53rd Women of Distinction

Schedule

Thu Apr 23 2026 at 05:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN | Mankato, MN

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On April 23, YWCA Mankato proudly hosts the 53rd Women of Distinction ... our premier celebration honoring the women who shape our community, challenge the status quo, inspires us and make progress look powerful.
For more than five decades, Women of Distinction has been the event to attend.
A declaration that women’s leadership matters.
That equity matters.
That recognizing excellence isn’t optional ... it’s essential.
And this year? It hits different.
As YWCA Mankato celebrates 100 years of advancing equity and empowering women, the 53rd Women of Distinction becomes a legacy moment.
Expect:
Powerful stories
Meaningful connections
A few well-earned standing ovations
And the kind of inspiration that lingers long after the lights dim
This is the night we pause to say, “We see you.”
To the women who lead.
To the women who mentor.
To the women who build, advocate, organize, innovate, and show up—again and again.
Fifty-three years strong.
Still bold. Still necessary. Still recognizing women ... loudly
Save the date: April 23.
You’ll want to be in the room when we celebrate leadership that changes everything.
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mankato Hotel and Conference Center, MN, 1900 Premier Dr, Mankato, MN 56001-5900, United States

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