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DERBY » The Valley Women’s Health Initiative is seeking nominations of area women who have made positive contributions to the community to be honored at its 17th annual Women Making a Difference in the Valley Tribute Luncheon and Fundraiser. The event will be noon-2 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Inn at Villa Bianca in Seymour.

Individuals, business leaders and organizations may submit nominations. Nominees should exemplify the multi-dimensional role women play as demonstrated by the contributions they have made to positively affect their community. Nominees must live or work in Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Naugatuck, Oxford, Seymour or Shelton.

Nomination forms are available on the Valley Women’s Health Initiative page on griffinhealth.org or by contacting Dorothy Gandy at dott.g@comcast. net or 203-233-7639.

Nominations are due July 31.

Selected honorees and their nominator will attend the luncheon as guests of the Valley Women’s Health Initiative. Tickets will go on sale in August. Sponsor ships and advertisements are available. Contact Gandy at dott.g@comcast.net for information. Proceeds benefit the Valley Breast Health Care Fund.