Six Women Honored with Women’s History Month Awards
(Oakland County, March 13, 2026)
Oakland County, MI – Oakland County recently honored six incredible Oakland County women making a powerful impact in their communities as 2026 Women’s History Month Award recipients!
Canequia “CoCo” Moulder – Director of the Pontiac Promise Zone, dedicated to expanding educational access and uplifting Pontiac families. Dani Gillman – Board chair of Gesher Human Services, disability advocate, and community leader committed to equity and intellectual freedom. Mary Craite – Longtime Waterford School District educator and union president advocating for more than 530 teachers and the value of public education. Marisa Youngblood – Social worker, survivor, and founder of Life Changing Counseling Services, supporting cancer thrivers and mental health care for all. Andrea Washington – Hazel Park’s first Black woman and first person of color elected to City Council and a passionate champion for the importance of native plants and pollinators with Bees In The D. Ellen Hodorek – Former Troy City Council member whose 12 years of service strengthened civic cohesion, mentorship, and community trust.Congratulations to these outstanding leaders! Thank you for empowering, advocating, and inspiring across Oakland County.
