Each March, the Minns Labor Government recognises and celebrates the outstanding contributions women make to our community with the NSW Women of the Year Awards, inspiring and empowering future generations to achieve great things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Awards are also a culmination of NSW Women\u2019s Week \u2013 when we encourage women to take part in a week of exciting activities and events across the state that aim to uplift, as well as advance gender equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nominations open<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nominations for the 2026 NSW Women of the Year Awards are now open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The awards program, now in its 14th year, aims to recognise and celebrate incredible women who improve the lives of people in New South Wales. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Awards are seeking nomination of women and girls excelling in the following categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Young girls aged 7-15 who show acts of courage, strength, determination and kindness to help support those around them can also be nominated in the Ones-to-Watch award category by parents, carers and teachers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The NSW Government\u2019s Women of the Year Awards will be held at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on Thursday 5 March 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To nominate an exceptional woman in your life or community, visit the NSW Women of the Year Awards web page<\/a>. Nominations close Tuesday 9 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply for Women\u2019s Week Grants now<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grant applications of up to $50,000 for organisations to host NSW Women\u2019s Week events in March 2026 are now open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n NSW Women\u2019s Week is about recognising and celebrating the outstanding contributions women make to our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Events must be held within NSW Women\u2019s Week, which begins Monday 2 March and ends on International Women\u2019s Day, Sunday 8 March. They must also align with the objectives of the\u202fNSW Women’s Strategy (2023-2026)<\/a>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Organisations interested in hosting events that encourage women and girls to participate, uplift focus communities and challenge gendered norms are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Successful EOIs will be invited to complete a full grant application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To view the guidelines and submit an EOI, please visit the 2026 NSW Women’s Week web page<\/a>. EOI applications for the NSW Women Week grants close on Tuesday 19 August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Minister for Women Jodie Harrison said:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe all know extraordinary women and girls in our lives and our communities. They\u2019re from all walks of life, doing their best to make the world a better place. They might be ground-breaking thinkers, social reformers, innovative role models or just everyday heroes. Help us give them the recognition they deserve by nominating them for a NSW Women of the Year Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe NSW Government is keen to work with local organisations to develop events and activities for NSW Women\u2019s Week to help celebrate, connect and honour the women and girls in our lives. This annual showcase of the stories and remarkable achievements of women across our state is a chance to highlight the incredible creativity and diversity of the fantastic women in New South Wales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI encourage organisations to put your heads together and share your ideas with us to help make our 2026 Women\u2019s Week the best yet.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Each March, the Minns Labor Government recognises and celebrates the outstanding contributions women make to our community with the NSW Women of the Year Awards, inspiring and empowering future generations to achieve great things. 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