Women's Advisory Council

About the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council

The Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council identifies and addresses issues that affect women in Burlington County, raises public awareness of the special needs and roles of women, and enhances the quality of life for all women. The Council’s purpose is to advocate for the general needs of women, examine the health and social service needs of women, promote the expansion of rights and opportunities available to women, and to promote the representation of women in government.

The 2023 Outstanding Women of Burlington County:


Burlington County Commissioners and the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council Seek Nominations for the 2023 Outstanding Women of Burlington County Awards.

Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor women who have made a difference within the Burlington County community.

The County is seeking nominations of women who have made significant contributions to the community and have demonstrated their support of women. These women may have acted as mentors, role models, or advocates for other women.

A nominee must have lived or worked in Burlington County for at least one year to be eligible. Only individual women - not groups, clubs, or organizations - will be considered for this award.

This year, nominations will be accepted in the following categories:

Business Leadership

Community Service/Volunteerism

Diversity/Inclusion

Education/ Mentorship

First Responder

Government

Healthcare

Law/Law Enforcement

Military/Veteran

STEM


Nomination Criteria:

  • Only one category may be selected
  • Nominee must reside or work in Burlington County, NJ for at least one full year
  • Nominee must excel in her chosen field/category
  • Demonstrate leadership and champion women
  • All fields of this form must be completed


All nominations must be received by 5:00 PM on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Click here for the nomination form.



Scholarships


Burlington County Seeks Applications for the 2023 Outstanding Female Students of Burlington County Scholarships.

This year, the Burlington County Women's Council is offering five (5) scholarships and is happy to announce the renewal of one partnership and the addition of two more.

Each year, the Women’s Advisory Council and the Burlington County Board of Commissioners honor outstanding female students who have made a difference within the Burlington County community by awarding scholarships to help advance their academic careers.

All applications must be received by 4:00 PM on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Recipients will receive their award at the scholarship presentation on Tuesday, May 16 at 5:30 pm. Location details will be sent to the  recipient.


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The Burlington County Alice Paul Champion Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education. The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

    Reside in Burlington County, NJ
    Excel scholastically
    Demonstrate leadership
    Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program
   


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The Burlington County /Remington & Vernick Engineers STEM Innovation Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education. The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

    Reside in Burlington County, NJ
    Excel scholastically with extensive interest in STEM (Science, Technology,     Engineering & Math) studies
    Demonstrate leadership
    Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program



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The Burlington County and Virtua Health Light Maker Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education. The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

    Reside in Burlington County, NJ
    Excel scholastically with extensive interest in healthcare studies
    Demonstrate leadership
    Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program



Burlington County Educating the Future Scholarship


The Burlington County Educating the Future Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who wants a career in education. The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

    Reside in Burlington County, NJ
    Excel scholastically with interest in education or related field
    Demonstrate leadership
    Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program



Burlington County Leading the Way Scholarship


The Burlington County Leading the Way Scholarship is presented to an outstanding female graduating senior from Burlington County, who is continuing her education and has demonstrated leadership ability.  The scholarship is $1,000.

To apply for this scholarship the recipient must:

    Reside in Burlington County, NJ
    Excel scholastically with interest in Law, Government, Community
    Service, or related field
    Demonstrate leadership
    Have been accepted into a post-high school academic program


Members

Commissioner Director Felicia Hopson 
Commissioner Allison Eckel
Jennifer Aydjian                                              
Tammi Bathke
Saima Bhutta
Julie Deans                                   
Ashanti Holley
Michelle Jackson                                                  
Dianne Mills McKay
Maria Merced                                                  
Malikah Morris
Shanisha Ray                                      
Christina Renna
Nikki Moore Samson                                    
Dr. Camille Semple-Daly
June DePonte Sernak                                                  
Kimo Thomas-Dennis
Jackie Veasey
Jo-Ann Weiner
Bridget Wiese

Activities

Activities sponsored by the council include: