Recognizing Remarkable Women in Our Community
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Join WPRI 12 & The Rhode Show in Celebrating the Finalists
Ellen Lenox Smith
Ellen is a leading voice for patients living in pain both locally and nationwide. For decades, she has shared her time and resources to help others. Read More…
Pam Bibeault
Throughout the pandemic, Pam has worked tirelessly to promote quality care for frail elders in nursing homes across Rhode Island, writing policies and fielding phone calls day and night to address COVID-19 issues, all while dealing with losses in her own family. Read More…
Amy Antone
Amy is the founder of the Cuddles of Hope Foundation, which helps children in frightening situations such as hospitals and shelters feel a little better by having a stuffed animal to cuddle with. Read More…
Alexis Meyer
Alexis has risen through the ranks of the East Greenwich school system over the past 21 years. She jumped into her new role right as superintendent when the world starting getting shut down, though she never skipped a beat or missed an opportunity to be there for teachers and students. Read More…
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The Remarkable Women Contest Returns in 2021
As we approach International Women’s Month in March, WPRI 12 again will recognize the great contributions that women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative in its second year to honor the influence that women have had on public policy, social progress, and quality of life.
WPRI 12 will celebrate local women that inspire, lead and forge the way for other women. It’s not just about one day or month — it’s about what they do, day in and day out.
The Remarkable Women contest entry period ran from Dec. 7 through Dec. 20, 2020. In early 2021, we’ll highlight four local woman who will be considered for Nexstar’s nationwide 2021 Woman of the Year Award.
Did You Nominate a Remarkable Women That You Know?
We have received droves of deserving and remarkable women during this contest entry period. Thank you to everyone who took the time and effort to nominate a Remarkable Woman that you know. Keep tabs on this page and watch WPRI 12 and The Rhode Show to meet and get to know the finalists!
Remarkable Women Contest 2020
Congratulations to Yvonne Heredia, our Remarkable Women 2020 winner!