Yesterday, an announcement was made in recognition of International Woman’s Day that Dr. Janice Fitzgerald is being presented with the honorary woman of distinction award this year.
The YWCA St. John’s has scaled back celebrations for International Women’s Day but is recognizing a woman who has not only contributed to the COVID-19 efforts but also led Newfoundland and Labrador through unprecedented challenges.
Yesterday, during Monday afternoon’s COVID-19 briefing, Fitzgerald said International Women’s Day is “very near and dear” to her, and she wanted to acknowledge the “remarkable women” working in the province’s pandemic response.
“While I may be the face of the response to the pandemic, there are thousands of women across our province who have contributed to Newfoundland and Labrador’s efforts and success,” Fitzgerald said.
“Women are on the front lines, in the community and in acute care, as well as in senior leadership roles in all the regional health authorities.”
On behalf of the OKâlaKatiget Society, we would like to congratulate Dr. Janice Fitzgerald for her great achievement.