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Contact: Lori Latham
PH: (616) 401-1743 (mobile)
EM: lori.latham@kentcountymi.gov
Kent County Receives Pillar Award for Empowering Women in the Workplace
First Governmental Organization to Receive the Award
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (March 10, 2022) – Today, Kent County accepted a Pillar Award presented by the Women’s Resource Center. The award is given to employers who empower women in their workplace through progressive practices, inclusion and diversity efforts, career advancement, and non-traditional careers for women. Kent County is the first governmental organization to receive the award in 35 years.
According to the Michigan Municipal League, women make up over 50 percent of the state's general population, but only 16 percent of Michigan administrative officers are women. At Kent County, women represent 44 percent of top leadership positions in 25 departments, offices, and agencies.
“We are very fortunate and proud to see this kind of representation of women in the workforce at Kent County,” said Emily Brieve, Kent County Board of Commissioners Vice-Chair. “This award is a true testament to the strides the County has made to ensure women continue to be provided with opportunities to serve in leadership and non-traditional roles.”
Kent County is committed to fostering a culture of growth by providing professional development programs and opportunities for employees to advance and contribute their talents. The value of this investment is a well-informed and skilled workforce resulting in a more effective and efficient organization that is prepared to address the needs of all residents.
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