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In commemoration of Women’s History Month, this is the second year that my office has honored 31 women from Brooklyn whose exceptional contributions to their families, friends, neighbors and communities merited their selection as “Extraordinary Women of Brooklyn.”  

The women honored in 2008 all had impressive records of service to others, though most had not been recognized before for their dedication. On March 3rd, I unveiled a giant calendar featuring the women’s pictures and biographies, showcasing their special contributions, in the lobby of my office’s headquarters at 350 Jay Street. Next week, the women will be honored at an awards ceremony at Brooklyn Borough Hall.

Rarely do we focus on the unsung contributions made by women who touch the common fabric of our lives each and every day of the year. The 31 women honored throughout March include: community activists; mentors; advocates for women, children, immigrants, the poor and the elderly; business owners, professors, a publisher, a journalist, and many other outstanding women nominated by Brooklyn residents. A special committee selected 2008’s extraordinary women of Brooklyn.

These are women who not only nurture their families and friends, but also dedicate themselves to taking care of countless others in their neighborhoods and larger communities. They have made a profound impact for the good on those around them, and for their tireless service and dedication to the welfare of others, they deserved to be honored as “extraordinary women of Brooklyn.”

For more information visit our Web site at: http://www.brooklynda.org. Our site includes the calendar featuring the honorees’ pictures and biographies.

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