In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Union County SHERO Awards. This annual initiative honors exceptional women in Union County who demonstrate strength, leadership, and a commitment to uplifting their communities.
“The SHERO Awards celebrate the extraordinary women who inspire us every day with their resilience, leadership, and dedication to making a difference,” said Union County Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “We encourage residents to take this opportunity to recognize the SHERO in their life—whether it’s a mother, sister, friend, mentor, or community leader—who has made a meaningful impact.”
This year, the nomination criteria are open-ended, allowing submissions to be for women from all backgrounds who have made a meaningful impact in their communities, regardless of their role or focus.
To submit a nomination, residents must provide a photograph of the nominee along with a brief paragraph (200 words or less) highlighting their contributions. Additional supporting documentation is welcome but not required.
The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2025, and the winners will be announced in May, in time for Mother’s Day. To submit a nomination, visit www.ucnj.org/shero-award.
For more information, contact Jennifer Erdos at the Union County Office on Women at 908-527-4216 or email jerdos@ucnj.org.