List of awards honoring women explained

This list of awards honoring women is an index to articles about notable awards honoring women. It excludes media, science and technology and sports awards, which are covered by separate lists, and it excludes orders of chivalry for women. The list is organized by region and country of the sponsoring organization, but some awards are open to women around the world.

International

Country Award Sponsor Notes
International Champions of gender equality and women’s empowerment
International "Exceptional courage and devotion to the wounded, sick or disabled or to civilian victims of a conflict or disaster" or "exemplary services or a creative and pioneering spirit in the areas of public health or nursing education".[1]
International Efforts to end conflict[2]
InternationalThe Medal for the MartyrsInternational Veterans and volunteers with the SDF, YPG and YPJ. All coordinated by The Medal for the Martyrs project team.Presented to the next of kin to the international fighters and volunteers with the Kurdish forces that were killed while in Syria or died as a result of their service in Syria. Members of the Women's Protection Units (YPJ) are also eligible for the medal.
International Women who have taken part in the EMPRETEC programme
InternationalL'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science AwardsL'Oréal and UNESCOOutstanding women researchers who have contributed to scientific progress

Americas

Country Award Sponsor Notes
Canada Promotion of equality for girls and women in Canada[3]
United States Outstanding young female researcher in algebra or number theory
United States Exceptional achievement by women in technology[4]
United States Steven Alan Bennett and Dr. Elaine Melotti Schmidt Women figurative realist painters[5]
United States Outstanding research in any field of economics by a woman not more than seven years beyond her Ph.D.
United States Ghanaian women who have shown leadership, courage, resourcefulness, and willingness to sacrifice for others, especially in promoting women's rights in Ghana
United States Glamour (magazine) Extraordinary and inspirational women from a variety of fields
United States Awards for women in computing
United States Women around the world who have shown leadership, courage, resourcefulness, and willingness to sacrifice for others, especially in promoting women's rights
United States Outstanding young female researcher in topology or geometry
United States Achievements in science, religion, the arts, education and government, community service, entertainment, sports, business, and industry
United States Female athlete who show extraordinary talent throughout the entire season
United States Oregon Commission for Women Exemplary role models who promote the status of women in society, are committed to diversity and equity and have earned recognition for success and leadership in their fields
United States Women who contribute time and talent to their organization and community
United States Outstanding research by a female mathematician who has recently earned tenure
United States Outstanding young female researcher in mathematical analysis
United States Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation Extraordinary women who are dedicated to transforming the lives of other women
United States Women based on strides in their professions, service to their communities, and how they have served as positive role models
United States Personal bravery in challenging entrenched power and in carrying out action that has the potential to benefit women in general
United States Showcases Women Who Integrate the Web and/or Technology as Part of Their Business Practices

Asia

Country Award Sponsor Notes
Bangladesh Individual women for their exceptional achievement[6] [7]
India Karan Gupta Education Foundation and IE Business School Women overcoming professional and personal challenges[8] [9] [10]
India Achievements and contributions of women[11]
India Neerja Bhanot-Pan Am Trust Woman of India subjected to social injustice, who faces the situation with grit and determination and extends help to other women in similar distress[12]
India Exceptional women entrepreneurs, who are breaking the glass ceiling and challenging stereotypes[13] [14]
Philippines Wives of heads of State and/or of government, both Filipino and foreign[15]
Sri Lanka Recognised women friendly workplace cultures which empowering and help women.[16]
Vietnam mMothers who have made numerous contributions and sacrifices for the cause of national liberation, national construction and defense, and the performance of international obligations[17]
Malaysia Achievements and contributions of women[18]

Europe

Country Award Sponsor Notes
Denmark Tagea Brandt Rejselegat Women who have made a significant contribution in science, literature or art[19]
East Germany Outstanding achievements in developing and advancing the country's socialist society[20] [21]
France Femina (French magazine) Woman who, by sunset on 31 December each year, had made the longest flight, in time and distance, without landing
France Government of France Those who have successfully raised several children with dignity
Germany German mother for exceptional merit to the German nation[22] [23]
Germany Women from anywhere in the world who are committed to gender democracy.
Greece Distinguished services by women to Greece and in the public sphere
Russia World Awards Women who have influenced the world by their work in areas such as society or politics
Serbia Mothers who have multiple children
Soviet Union Soviet Union For bearing and raising a large family
Soviet Union Soviet Union Mothers bearing and raising seven or more children
United Kingdom Series that examines the role of women in the 21st century[24]
United Kingdom London Arabia Organisation Achievements made by Arab women across the globe
United Kingdom Young female artist working in the United Kingdom
United Kingdom Female members of the British royal family and female courtiers
United Kingdom The Women of the Year Lunch and Awards Women achievers

Oceania

Country Award Sponsor Notes
AustraliaTasmanian Honour Roll of WomenTasmanian GovernmentContribution to state of Tasmania[25]
Australia Achievements of women from the state of Victoria[26]
New ZealandArchitecture + Women NZ Dulux AwardsArchitecture + Women NZTo recognise the contribution of women to the field of architecture in New Zealand.
New Zealand Kate Sheppard Memorial Award Trust For further education, study, research or training in areas which are of value in the community of New Zealand[27]
New Zealand Women who make a difference to everyday New Zealanders' lives[28]
New ZealandFonterra Dairy Woman of the YearFonterraAwarded to a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the dairy industry[29]
New ZealandNational Association of Women in Construction (New Zealand) Excellence AwardsNational Association of Women in Construction (New Zealand)To recognise the achievements of women working in construction and affiliated industries in New Zealand, and organisations active in redressing the industry's gender imbalance
New ZealandWomen in Governance AwardsGovernance New ZealandTo recognise commitment to diversity by both organisations and individuals in New Zealand[30]
New ZealandWomen in Film and Television New Zealand AwardsWomen in Film and Television New ZealandTo celebrate and encourage the achievements of New Zealand women in film, television and digital media[31]
Papua New GuineaWestpac Outstanding Women AwardWestpacTo recognize exceptional professional work of women in Papua New Guinea[32]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Florence Nightingale Medal. International Committee of the Red Cross. 25 June 2010. 2003.
  2. Web site: UNIFEM - Millennium Peace Prize for Women - 2001 Peace Prize Recipients . 2001 . . en . 5 November 2016 . bot: unknown . https://web.archive.org/web/20020208232640/http://www.undp.org/unifem/mpprize/winners.html . 8 February 2002 .
  3. Web site: The Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case > Introductory Note . Status of Women Canada . Queen's Printer for Canada . 23 April 2009 . 31 December 2008 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090706055141/http://www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/dates/gg/intro-eng.html . 6 July 2009 .
  4. Web site: Barrett. Jerri. Anita Borg Institute Women of Vision Awards: Inspiration for All. ValleyZen. 30 June 2011. 26 May 2011.
  5. https://fineartconnoisseur.com/2018/03/bennett-prize-recognizing-women-figurative-realist-painters/ Fine Art Today, "A $50,000 Biennial Prize Recognizing Women Figurative Realist Painters," 12 March 2018. Fine Art Connoisseur, Streamline Publishing Inc., retrieved 30 October 2018.
  6. Web site: PM Calls for Establishing Equal Rights of males and Females . 9 December 2014 . . BSS . 21 October 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20151025132340/http://www.albd.org/index.php/connect/2013-09-05-21-07-29 . 25 October 2015 . dead .
  7. News: Equal rights for females must for development . . 10 December 2014 . 21 October 2015.
  8. News: Sonam Kapoor awarded the I Am Woman award for 'Neerja'. April 10, 2016. Youth Incorporated Magazine. 2018-05-01. en.
  9. News: Sonam Kapoor receives award for 'Neerja'. April 10, 2016. DNA Newspaper. 2018-05-01. en.
  10. News: Being born as a woman is a huge award: Sushmita Sen. April 29, 2018. Express Tribune. 2018-05-01. en.
  11. Web site: Nari Shakti Puruskars-National Award for Women-Guidelines" ]. Ministry of Women and Children, Government of India . 12 March 2019.
  12. Web site: Neerja Bhanot Pan Am Trust – Neerja Awards . Neerja Bhanot Pan Am Trust . 2010 . https://web.archive.org/web/20130608092104/http://neerjabhanot.org/Trust.htm . 2013-06-08 . dead .
  13. Web site: Women Transforming India Awards 2016: Celebrating Women Change Makers . NITI Aayog . 10 March 2019 . 2016 . https://web.archive.org/web/20190310195229/http://www.niti.gov.in/womentransformingIndia . 10 March 2019 . dead .
  14. Book: Celebrating Women Change Makers in India: Women Transforming India awards 2016 . . 10 March 2019.
  15. https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2003/09/19/executive-order-no-236/ Executive Order No. 236, s. 2003
  16. Web site: Satynmag.com – CIMA Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2022 to commence with an interactive IWD event . The Island Online . 23 March 2022.
  17. http://congbao.chinhphu.vn/noi-dung-van-ban-so-05-2012-ubtvqh13-5466/ Legal Order No. 05/2012/UBTVQH13: To amend and supplement a number of articles of the Legal Order stipulating the title of State honor "Vietnamese Heroic Mother
  18. Web site: Golden Phoenix Award.
  19. http://www.denstoredanske.dk/Samfund,_jura_og_politik/Samfund/Legater_og_fonde/Tagea_Brandts_Rejselegat Denstoredanske.dk
  20. Taschenlexikon Orden und Medaillen - Staatliche Auszeichnungen der DDR, 2nd edition VEB Bibliographisches Institut Leipzig 1983, Author Günter Tautz, Page 14
  21. Auszeichnungen der Deutschen Demokratischen Republik Bartel/Karpinski, Militärverlag der DDR 1979, Page 150
  22. Book: Irmgard Weyrather . Muttertag und Mutterkreuz: der Kult um die "deutsche Mutter" im Nationalsozialismus (In English: Mother's Day and Mother's Cross: the cult of the "German Mother" in National Socialism) . . Geschichte; Die Zeit des Nationalsozialismus (English: History; The era of National Socialism) . 1993 . Frankfurt am Main . de . 978-3-596-11517-4.
  23. Web site: Bendel . Carolin . Die deutsche Frau und ihre Rolle im Nationalsozialismus (English: The German woman and her role in National Socialism) . . Drittes Reich; Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft (English: Third Reich; Economy and Society) . 10 May 2022 . Berlin . de .
  24. News: 100 Women: Who is taking part?. BBC News. 22 October 2013.
  25. Web site: Women in Tasmania . 2022-06-20 . www.communities.tas.gov.au.
  26. News: Kizilos. Katherine. Laughing in the face of struggle. The Age. 9 March 2006.
  27. Web site: katesheppardaward. sites.google.com. 2016-03-13.
  28. Web site: Women of Influence Awards Ministry for Women. women.govt.nz. 24 October 2013 . 2016-06-03.
  29. Web site: Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year. 2020-12-15. Dairy Women's Network. en-NZ.
  30. Web site: June 21, 2019. NZ's Women in Governance Award Winners Revealed . 2020-12-15. www.scoop.co.nz.
  31. Web site: 25 years of WIFT. 2020-12-15. Aucklandnz.com. en-nz.
  32. Web site: Westpac Outstanding Women (WOW) Awards into 12th Year – EMTV Online. 2021-01-20. en-US.

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