The Okaloosa County Commission on the Status of Women (OCCSW) was established by the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners in 1995. Dedicated to eliminating barriers to achievement for women through research, education, and communication, the OCCSW also recognizes and honors women who have made significant contributions improving the status of women and other citizens of Okaloosa County.

OCCSW meetings are open to the public and most months on the fourth Monday and are open to the public. Click here for this year’s meeting schedule.

Hall of Fame

The Okaloosa County Women’s Hall of Fame recognizes extraordinary women from Okaloosa County, both past and present, whose significant contributions in the fields of arts, leadership, business, education, military/government, humanities, philanthropy, and community service have played an important role in the advancement of women and our community.

Nominations are open from May 1 to July 10.

Grant Award

Each year, OCSW awards a $500 Grant to an Okaloosa Non-Profit organization or business that helps or benefits women of Okaloosa County.

Nominations are open each year from August 15 to October 15.

Women of Honor

Celebrate and honor a woman who has impacted your life.

Nominations are open each year from March 1 to April 20.

In-Kind Sponsors Needed

Currently, we seek donors for the following items for our Women of Honor Signature Event:

• Balloon Arch
• Photographer
• Refreshments/Desserts/finger foods
• Flowers