NEW CASTLE, DE – The Delaware Department of Human Resources’ Office of Women’s Advancement and Advocacy (OWAA), and the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee announce the launch of the “Celebrating Delaware Women: Voices of Inspiration” Student Video Contest, an opportunity for Delaware youth to highlight the groundbreaking achievements of women in their state.

Open to all Delaware students ages 8 to 13, this contest invites participants to create short videos—between one and three minutes—that highlight and celebrate the life and accomplishments of an inductee from the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame. With more than 150 inspiring women to choose from, students are encouraged to share what makes these honorees influential in Delaware and beyond. The contest also provides a creative and meaningful way for students to stay engaged over the summer break.

“We want to hear directly from our youth about the women who inspire them,” said Brenda Wise Chair of the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Committee. “This contest is a celebration of leadership, resilience, and the voices of Delaware women who have made history and continue to make a difference. We are eager to learn how their stories have impacted Delaware’s youth today.”

Two winners will be selected: one from ages 8–10 and one from ages 11–13. Each winner will receive a $100 gift card, two tickets to the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on October 8, 2025, and special recognition from OWAA. Select video entries may also be featured on OWAA’s website and social media channels.

Key Dates:

• Deadline for Submissions: August 31, 2025
• Winners Notified: By September 15, 2025
• Winners Announced Publicly: September 17, 2025

How to Enter:

1. Choose a Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame inductee to research and highlight.
2. Create a 1–3-minute original video showcasing her achievements and your inspiration.
3. Submit the video by uploading it to YouTube and completing the online entry form.
4. Upload a signed Video Release Form for every child featured in the video.

Judging Criteria:

• Message & Theme (50%)
• Presentation (25%)
• Creativity (25%)

Entries must be original, unpublished, and adhere to all contest guidelines. Videos containing copyrighted material, inappropriate content, or submitted without a complete release form will not be considered.

This contest is not only a chance to win a prize, but also a meaningful way to preserve the legacies of Delaware’s most influential women through the voices of our youngest citizens.

For full contest guidelines, list of Hall of Fame inductees, and the entry form, visit de.gov/women.

About the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame
Established in 1981, the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame honors the contributions and achievements of remarkable women who have made a lasting impact on the state and beyond. Inductees represent a wide range of fields, including education, public service, science, the arts, and advocacy. The program is administered by the Office of Advancement and Advocacy, a division of the Delaware Department of Human Resources.

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