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.”

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.

2026 GLOBAL SUMMIT & AWARDS

PARIS | April 2026

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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Congratulations to the 2025 Global Winners

Sarah, Duchess of York

"Our aim is to give voice to silent whispers. We want to lift women up all over the world and tell their stories."

Dr. Tererai Trent

"This is not about me, I stand on the shoulders of giants that came before me. When women awaken their sacred dreams, the world can heal."

2026 GLOBAL SUMMIT & AWARDS

PARIS | April 2026

Let's celebrate women changing the world