YWCA Selects Distinguished Honorees for Academy for Women of Achievement

NASHVILLE, TN — YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee is thrilled to unveil the 33rd cohort of its Academy for Women of Achievement (AWA), sponsored by Amazon. This prestigious event will honor five remarkable women and one exceptional organization for their significant impact on the community during an awards ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel.Co-chaired by Deborah Taylor Tate (AWA Class of 2006), Hon. Emily J. Reynolds (AWA Class of 2024), and Adrienne Johnson, a YWCA Board Member, the event celebrates leaders who exemplify the YWCA's core values of strength, leadership, and commitment. As Sharon K. Roberson, President and CEO, stated, these honorees are dedicated to dismantling barriers and fostering an inclusive future.This year, the honorees join a renowned group of 198 women and 35 organizations previously recognized. Further event details, including tickets, can be accessed at www.ywcanashville.com/awa2025.