Congressman Hank Johnson Honors ‘Trailblazers’ During Annual Women’s History Month Ceremony

STONECREST, GA- On Saturday, March 22, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) hosted his fifth annual Trailblazer Awards, recognizing 11 outstanding women who have made significant contributions in their respective professions and communities and have become pioneers in their careers.

Held during Women's History Month, the event honored leaders in business, education, public service, arts and entertainment, and beyond - those who have broken barriers, uplifted others, and paved the way for future generations.

This year's honorees include:

o Dr. Syreeta Ali McTier - Education, DeKalb County Schools
o Florence Battle Shafiq, MD - Healthcare & Community Advocacy, Retired Physician
o Mrs. Susan McGhee Crawford - Arts & Culture, Founder, Trendsetters Dance Company
o Mrs. Cynthia Dorsey Edwards - Higher Education & Leadership, Executive Director, Storehouse of Solutions, Inc.
o Ms. Jackie Davis - Arts & Entertainment, Founding Owner, UniverSoul Circus
o Mrs. Shelbia L. Jackson - Film & Entertainment, Director, DeKalb Entertainment Commission
o Mrs. Claudette Leak - Public Service, DeKalb County Government
o Ms. India Pullin - Nonprofit & Community Advocacy, Founder, Step Up in Georgia, Inc.
o Ms. Sandy Purkett - Public Service & Education Advocacy, Retired Federal Investigator
o Dr. Charlene Spurlock - Education, DeKalb County Schools
o Ms. Rachel R. Zeigler - Education, DeKalb County Schools

Additional special guests included: GA-04 Poet Laureate Hank Stewart, nationally renowned trumpeter Melvin M. Miller, recording artist ARIA, and violinist Clarissa Walker.

View the livestream HERE. Photos available upon request.

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