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Montgomery County Commission for Women Announces ‘2025 Women Making History Award’ Recipients

For Immediate Release: Monday, March 10, 2025

The Montgomery County Commission for Women, in partnership with Montgomery Women, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Women Making History Award.

Women Making History Award Graphic

This prestigious award honors exceptional women in Montgomery County who have made significant contributions to their professions and communities. Through leadership, advocacy and dedication, these women continue to shape a more equitable and empowered future for all.

  • Lana Anderson
  • Taryca Baltimore
  • Rebeccah Ballo
  • Dr. Santi Bhagat
  • Emily Briton
  • Daria Cervantes
  • Lavontte Chatmon
  • Melissa Cunningham
  • Rakhi De
  • Dr. Jonene Ford
  • Latisha Gassaway-Paul
  • Luz Chavez Gonzales
  • Anne Marie Herbster
  • Samira Mohammad Hussein
  • Ke'ona Jackson
  • Liliana Katz-Hollander
  • Thea LaFond-GadsonBrittany Love-Campbell
  • Dana Marlowe
  • Jessica Markham
  • Bibi Mohamed
  • Rev. Dr. Ruby Reese Moone
  • Dr. Nkem Okeke
  • Mitra Pedoeem
  • Dr. Briana Pobiner
  • Carol Randolph
  • Cynthia Rosselle
  • Jeanette Jones Simmons
  • Nancy Stoner
  • Jessica Wilson
  • Mariam Yaldram

“The women being recognized with the 2025 Women Making History Award represent the very best of Montgomery County—women who have dedicated themselves to making our community stronger, more inclusive and more just,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. "Their leadership, resilience and commitment to meaningful change inspire all of us. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s not forget that there’s still work to do. We must keep pushing for a future where every woman has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.”

To learn more about this year’s honorees and view their photos, visit the Commission for Women website, which includes write-ups on each honoree.

These women were nominated by their peers for their leadership, dedication and impact in areas such as civic engagement, professional excellence and social change. All nominees live or work in Montgomery County—a requirement for receiving this award.

In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women will highlight each award recipient and their accomplishments on social media throughout March. The honorees will be formally celebrated at the invitation-only Women Making History Celebration in April. 

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Release ID: 25-100
Media Contact: Carmen Kaarid 240-777-8331
Categories: Award, Volunteer