We believe that when women come together with a collective intention magic happens.
The Women Changing The World Awards are a global awards program recognising the work of incredible women making a positive difference in the world across a range of industries and areas including business, sustainability, leadership, health, education, product development, innovation and technology.
The Women Changing the World Awards aim is to elevate, celebrate, connect and support women in their journey as changemakers, trailblazers and leaders.
The UN states that achieving gender equality is of crucial importance in reaching the 17 sustainable development goals by 2030 and explains that women are the key to changing the world:
“Achieving gender equality and women’s empowerment is integral to each of the 17 goals. Only by ensuring the rights of women and girls across all the goals will we get to justice and inclusion, economies that work for all, and sustaining our shared environment now and for future generations.”
THESE AWARDS RECOGNISE, ACKNOWLEDGE AND CELEBRATE.
WHO ARE CHANGING THE WORLD IN BIG AND SMALL WAYS
INSPIRING CHANGE AND
TAKING ACTION.
THAT ARE COMMITTED TO ELEVATION AND INCLUSION OF WOMEN IN THEIR ORGANISATION
WORKING TO EMPOWER
WOMEN AND GIRLS
"For we are the ones we have been waiting for."
HOPI ELDERS
THE WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD AWARD CATEGORIES
HALL OF FAME WOMAN CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women who are changing the World (working in the current field for 20 years+)
WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD - CHANGEMAKER
This award recognises exceptional women who are changing the world and are deserving of a larger platform
WOMAN CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women who are changing the World (working in the current field for less than 20 years)
RISING STAR WOMAN CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women who are changing the World (working in the current field for less than 5 years)
EMERGING WOMAN CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women that are changing the World (working in the current field for less than 2 years)
YOUNG WOMAN CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional young women changing the world (under 18 years)
GIRL CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional girls changing the world (under 12 years)
COMPANY CHANGING THE WORLD OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional companies changing the world for women and girls
WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD - LEADER OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women in leadership roles
WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD - EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women in emerging leadership roles (women under 35)
WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD - ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women in entrepreneurship
WOMEN CHANGING THE WORLD - EMERGING ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
This award recognises exceptional women in emerging entrepreneurship (under 3 years in business)
Women Changing The World Awards Ambassador Sarah, Duchess of York and Dr Tererai Trent’s powerful call to action aims to awaken hearts and inspire the people of the world to come together to forge a brighter path for all.
Their collective vision extends beyond conventional recognition, aiming to amplify the voices of those often overlooked, yet whose contributions are invaluable.
The awards not only celebrate individual accomplishments but also seek to inspire others to create change in ways both big and small.
Nominations Open - 1 November 2024
Nominations Close - 3 February 2025
Completed applications due - 9 February 2025
Finalists in all categories announced - 17 February 2025
People’s Choice Voting starts - 24 February 2025
People’s Choice Voting ends - 10 March 2025
Winners Announced Global Awards & Summit - London 2-3 April 2025
If you have any questions about the awards please email awards@thewomenchangingtheworld.com
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE
2025 GLOBAL AWARDS
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Women Changing the World Summit and Awards features international speakers, panel discussions & engaging workshops, as well as time for networking and connection.
From advocates advancing human rights to entrepreneurs driving industry change, this event will connect you with a room of diverse female leaders who are all united by their passion and commitment to creating a meaningful difference in the world.
"I loved meeting trailblazers, changemakers, and remarkable women dedicated to their mission, and making a difference in the world. Being surrounded by these women was like a green light from the Universe, that I was on the right path, and it felt blissful. I also loved celebrating all of these amazing women for their achievements and dedication to their purpose. It was an emotional night helping all of us to feel inspired, uplifted, and celebrated." Gaëlle Berruel
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