TOP WOMEN AWARDS
Celebrating Women Leaders and Innovators
ABOUT THE AWARDS
Empowering Women, Shaping the Future
The International Women Summit is committed to strengthening women’s empowerment while promoting accountability and positive change across both public and private sectors. Through its peer-to-peer network, it offers a collaborative platform where participants can exchange best practices, share experiences, and learn from successful models of leadership and impact.
As a flagship initiative of the International Women Summit, the Top Women Awards celebrates exceptional female leaders who have demonstrated outstanding performance and influence. Presented across 3 award categories representing diverse economic sectors, the program recognizes women whose leadership has driven business growth and industry advancement. It highlights the essential role women play in business and sustainability, while providing a stage to showcase inspiring success stories and measurable economic impact.
Designed to encourage greater female participation in leadership positions, the awards also honor individuals and organizations that actively support women’s professional development. With many past participants of Women into Leadership conferences now holding senior executive roles across various industries, this moment represents an ideal opportunity to acknowledge those who have invested time, expertise, and commitment in enabling women to reach their full potential. Beyond recognition, the awards ceremony serves as a powerful networking platform, connecting women leaders and professionals from across the business community to foster collaboration, visibility, and future opportunities.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Important Dates 2026
24
February
24
March
2
April
15
April
Entries submission for the Top Women Awards
Judging of the Top Women Awards
Finalists notified for the Top Women Awards
Winners’ announcement of the Top Women Awards
Any Number of Entries May Be Submitted to Any Number of The Following Categories. The Same Entry May Be Submitted to Multiple Categories, if Appropriate.
The Eligibility Period For 2026 Entries Extends From 2024 – Your Entries Should Describe Achievements Since That Date.
MARK YOUR CALENDER
Important Dates 2026
24 February
24 March
2 April
15 April
Any Number of Entries May Be Submitted to AnyNumber of The Following Categories. The Same Entry May Be Submitted to Multiple Categories, if Appropriate.
The Eligibility Period For 2026 Entries Extends From 2024 – Your Entries Should Describe Achievements Since That Date.