Baptist Seeks Mississippi’s Strong Women

Contact: Robby Channell, 601-968-5135 rchannell@mbhs.org

Jackson, Miss. – March 13, 2008- Do you know a woman who has inspired you, encouraged you or helped you become a better person? Nominate her for one of five "Strong Women" awards. Nominations will be accepted through April 6, 2008, by visiting Baptist’s website at www.mbhs.org, or call the Baptist Health Line at 601- 948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
A panel of distinguished women will select the honorees in the following categories:
• Perseverance: One who has overcome personal adversity.
• Leader: One who inspires others to act for a common good.
• Mentor: One who invests herself in helping another as a counselor, role model, helper or encourager.
• Defender: One who champions the cause of a disadvantaged person or group.
• Promise: A young woman aged 14-18 who demonstrates a commitment to high personal standards.
All nominees will be recognized and winners announced during the eighth annual Celebration of Strong Women luncheon on May 1, 2008 presented by Baptist for Women, a division of Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Miss., Lifetime Television for Women and Comcast Spotlight.

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