WEST WINDSOR – The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women will host its annual Woman of Achievement and Young Woman of Achievement Awards on Wednesday, April 16. “This year’s honorees come from every walk of life, but they’re united by their dedication to our community and their com mitment to helping others,” said County Executive Dan Benson. “I look forward to joining with leaders and residents from throughout Mercer to celebrate their generosity of spirit.” The Woman of Achievement Award recognizes women who volunteer their time to improve Mercer County, while the Young Woman of Achievement Award honors high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteer work. This year’s Woman of Achievement recipients are Krystal DeLeon of Trenton, Tricia Nielsen of East Windsor, and Phyllis Oliver of Ewing. Young Woman of Achievement Awards will go to Zurisadai Argueta-Rivera of Trenton, Rithika Bodicherla of Robbinsville, and Bethany Marusky of Hamilton. The reception will also recognize Younity (formerly Womanspace) for its service to residents impacted by domestic abuse. “When you volunteer, you make a real difference,” said Taraun Tice McKnight, Deputy County Administrator and Director of Community Services. “Your willingness to extend kindness, care, and dedication truly touches the lives of all you serve, and that is invaluable.” The event will be held at 6 p.m. at Mercer Oaks Clubhouse in West Windsor. Tickets are $55 plus transaction fees and include food and dessert. The registration deadline is Friday, April 4, and tickets can be purchased at https://2025Commission.eventbrite.com. For more information, email womenscommission@mercercounty.org or call 609-989-6526. The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women was established in 1976 to support policies and programs designed to enhance women’s lives in the county. ...read more read less