​iLatina Awards Gala

Join us on Saturday, December 2nd at 6:00 PM for our annual iLatina Awards Gala where we will be
recognizing strong Hispanic women in the Volusia County Community.

The iLatina Awards Gala is hosted by the Volusia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and we invite you to be our guest as we present the winners of this year's iLatina Awards. To be an iLatina is to be a passionate, dedicated, and inspiring Hispanic woman in our community of Volusia, Seminole, and Flagler Counties. We have many deserving of recognition. The Gala is an elegant evening event to celebrate all our iLatina's.
Dress is Formal, black tie (optional)
Location: Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Limited seating. Get your tickets early!

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Nominations

We are now accepting nominees in the following categories:
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Saving Lives
Medical Industry

Clinical competence, values, commitment and willingness to be involved in health & related services

• Outstanding achievement in the health fields of research/development or studies in the field
• Outstanding contribution to community development and/or education regarding supporting the needs of those with issues related to health.
• Outstanding contribution or mentoring toward professional development in their chosen profession to fellow colleagues
• Outstanding “beyond duty” contribution within their role
• Leadership and commitment to the rights and positive profiling of health issues and services
• Developed programs, services or processes that have made a significant contribution to improving the health industry
• Teach/educate or advocate on issues that profile and enhance outcomes in the areas of health
• Promote equality and equity of services for persons with health related illness
• Recognition as a leader, communicator and/or educator amongst their peers, colleagues and the broader community

MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Individual Community Supporters and/or Volunteers

​Recognizes women who have volunteered or gone above and beyond the call of duty in their support or encouragement of the community. Nominees will have been outstanding in one or more of the following:
Commitment to community programs

• Ongoing commitment and demonstrating a caring attitude to their chosen field
• Ability to enhance the growth of community participation and leadership in advocating positive change within the community
• Active involvement in promoting a whole community development approach within the region
• A commitment to achieving future community development and promotion or advancement and education of young women in the community
• Recognition as a leader, communicator and/or educator amongst their colleagues, peers and the broader community

CULTIVATING KNOWLEDGE
Education

Understanding the Importance of Building Community
Empowering Teachers and Cultivate Leadership Skills
Utilize Data and Resources
Having a Vision and a Plan
Create Collaborative, Inclusive Learning Environments
They Are Passionate About Their Work
Encourage Risk-Taking
Leading by Example
They Persevere
They Are Lifelong Learners

LATINA EMPRENDEDORA
Entrepreneur

Resolute motivation and passion. The first and foremost quality of a successful entrepreneur is passion. ...

• Self-discipline. This is one of the most essential characteristics of a successful entrepreneur. ...
• Risk-taking ability. ...
• Creative thinking. ...
• Persistence.

LOCAL LEADERS
Government

Maximize Individuals' Strengths. Community leaders often work with volunteers. ...

• Balance the Needs of Your Leadership Group. Some individuals may have a strong need for control. ...
• Work as a Team. ...
• Mobilize Others. ...
• Pitch In. ...
• Practice Stewardship. ...
• Be Accountable to the Community. ...
• Think forward.
• Recruit and Mentor New Leaders
• Walk Beside, Don’t Lead From Above

CREATIVE ARTS
Art, music, drama, media, expression

Recognizes women who, through their passion and enthusiasm, have inspired people to explore their creativity in their artistic field. Nominees will have demonstrated inspiration, commitment and leadership to the Creative Arts through one or more of the following areas:

• Involvement and achievement in the creative sector
• Active engagement of the community in the promotion of local artistic talents/artists
• Active engagement and education of people in the appreciation of Creative Arts
• Recognition as a leader, communicator and/or educator amongst their colleagues, peers and the broader community

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL LATINA
Under 25 young leaders

Craft their own style and framework for how they will lead over time.
Be intensely humble
Lead with empathy
Take the time to listen rather than to talk and to lead in the way you like to be led, be patient.
Pursuit of passion
Stay curious.

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