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By: NoCamels Team - March 8, 2021
The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation honored 11 women from across Israeli society and industry with an inaugural Medal of Distinction ahead of the annual International Women’s Day, marked on March 8.
The Medal of Distinction recognizes women from a diverse range of backgrounds and communities who are leaders in their fields and serve as role models for women and girls everywhere. The award will be granted annually on International Women’s Day to honor outstanding women making significant contributions in their fields, the Peres Center said.
At a ceremony held last week, diamond-shaped medals were presented to the 11 recipients bearing the words of the late Israeli president Shimon Peres, “You are as great as the cause you serve.”
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