League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade Celebrates 2026 Women Who Shine

Annual awards brunch honors female leaders in business, advocacy, and community service

Mar. 12, 2026 at 1:53pm

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The League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County will host its annual "2026 Women Who Shine" awards brunch on March 21, 2026, honoring women whose leadership, service, and civic commitment have strengthened the Miami-Dade community. This year's honorees include a business innovator, an under-40 community advocate, a philanthropist, and a lifetime achievement recipient.

Why it matters

The Women Who Shine awards highlight the vital role women play in driving progress and innovation in Miami-Dade County. By recognizing these leaders, the League of Women Voters aims to inspire more women to get involved in their communities and make a difference through civic engagement and public service.

The details

The 2026 Women Who Shine honorees are: Lisa Jerles, founding member of JG Legal (Business & Community Innovator); Nadege Green, director of community research and storytelling at Community Justice Project, Inc. (Outstanding Under 40); Amanda Altman, CEO of Kristi House (Philanthropy / Humanitarian); and Shamele Jenkins, CEO of the Miami-Dade County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association (Lifetime Achievement).

  • The awards brunch will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The players

League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County

A nonpartisan civic organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Lisa Jerles

Founding member of JG Legal and honoree for Business & Community Innovator.

Nadege Green

Director of community research and storytelling at Community Justice Project, Inc. and honoree for Outstanding Under 40.

Amanda Altman

CEO of Kristi House and honoree for Philanthropy / Humanitarian.

Shamele Jenkins

CEO of the Miami-Dade County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association and honoree for Lifetime Achievement.

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What they’re saying

“These honorees embody the courage, creativity, and civic spirit that move Miami-Dade forward.”

— Marisol Zenteno, President of the League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County (bocaratontribune.com)

What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Women Who Shine Awards Brunch are available through the official Eventbrite page. The League of Women Voters is also accepting sponsorship and media inquiries at [email protected].

The takeaway

The Women Who Shine awards demonstrate the vital contributions women make to the Miami-Dade community through leadership, advocacy, and public service. By honoring these inspiring role models, the League of Women Voters hopes to encourage more women to get involved and make a difference in their local communities.