The Hopkinsville-Christian County Human Rights Commission held its annual Women’s History Month celebration Thursday evening at The Book & Bottle Shop.
The theme highlighted women leading change and shaping a more sustainable future, while honoring their impact in Hopkinsville and beyond.
Human Rights Commissioner Crystal Ferreira says the event has become a yearly tradition that celebrates both achievement and opportunity.
click to download audioShe says community involvement plays a key role in selecting honorees.
click to download audioThe highlight of the night was naming Kim Batts, a longtime teacher in Christian County Public Schools, as the recipient of the Fannie Bronson Postell Woman of the Year Award.
Batts says the recognition is meaningful because of her connection to students.
click to download audioScholarships were also awarded to students who wrote essays about influential women in their lives.
First-place winner Ajae Oatts says she immediately knew who to write about.
click to download audioThird-place winner Addison Gilkey honored a personal inspiration.
click to download audioSecond-place winner Kaylyn Lynch says her essay focused on multiple role models.
click to download audioOrganizers say the goal remains the same each year—recognize today’s leaders while investing in tomorrow’s.
