INDIANAPOLIS (WPTA) - Indiana Governor Mike Braun recognized four Hoosier women with 2025 Torchbearer Awards on Thursday.

During a ceremony held in the Governor’s Office at the Indiana Statehouse, he commended each recipient for their diverse achievements.

“The Torchbearer Awards recognize Hoosier women for their exceptional achievements in their community, our state, and our nation.

These Hoosier women are outstanding leaders in their fields.

[I’m] proud to recognize each of them for their trailblazing accomplishments and the examples they’ve set for future generations," said Braun.

This year’s torchbearers include:

Monica Kelsey , who was recognized for her advocacy to save babies’ lives through Safe Haven Baby Boxes,

Grace Estabrook, who was recognized for standing up for fair

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