We have some amazing recipients this year, and we are so excited to share their missions, services, and businesses. It is also an honor to recognize these women for the differences they make in their own families, neighborhoods, and/or communities. Meet this year’s group of Ordinary (but not really!) Women doing some EXTRAordinary things:

Crystal Vessels (UnMasked, Inc.)

Rev. Dr. Angie Lewis (Angie Lewis Ministries)

Syndy Buchanan (The Unbroken Experience)

 Wanda Grier (Bethlehem Baptist Church)

 Robyn Wilson (Teach 2 Reach Teens)

Rochelle Bazemore (Betty J. Hunter-Bazemore Scholarship Fund)

Tracey Young (James Monroe High School)

 Lashawn Allen-Talbert (Loving Arms Academy, LLC.)

Joyce Hill (Girl Scout Troop #3164)

 Barbara Lambert (Barbara and James Events)

This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Sabrina St. Clair. Our theme will align with the 2025 Women’s History Month theme: “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations”.Once again we are pleased to have an opportunity to recognize two teens who are already making strides and moves in their community. This year’s junior OWDET recipients are:

Janaya D. Raynor (Bethlehem Baptist Church – Youth Ministry)

Jordyn D. Raynor (Bethlehem Baptist Church – Youth Ministry)This year’s event will be held at James Monroe High School. Current year recipients and their guests are formally invited to join us for a “black and silver”-themed evening of celebration and entertainment. Past year guests are also invited.

  We hope to “see” you there! For questions and concerns, please reach out to our OWDET Planning Team:

 Felecia Barrett (myself)

Debra Daniel

Jessikah Monique

Shirlette Robinson

Tia Mason

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