Following a steady stream of high-quality nominations already being entered, spokesperson Lobia Begum shared that the 2026 event is being designed to surpass all previous years in both scale and impact.
In addition to the awards presentation, the evening will feature a fantastic line-up of guest speakers—thought leaders and trailblazers who will share powerful insights on leadership, resilience, and community empowerment.
"We are incredibly excited to bring the Women of Inspiration™ Awards to the Grand Royale," said Lobia Begum.
"The calibre of stories we are already seeing in the nomination pool is remarkable. To honour these women properly, we are ensuring the 2026 event is bigger and better, providing a world-class stage for the heroes who lead, inspire, and uplift our communities every single day."
Official 2026 Award Categories
Nominations remain open across 16 categories, celebrating impact from grassroots to the boardroom:
Adult Achiever Award: For those overcoming barriers through self-development.
Outstanding Educator Award: Celebrating teachers making a lasting impact.
Fundraising Hero Award: Honouring excellence in charitable efforts.
Volunteer of the Year Award: Acknowledging exceptional community service.
Art and Culture Ambassador Award: For those enriching arts, beauty, and fashion.
Rising Star Award: Recognising young people showing exceptional promise.
Excellence in Business Award: Celebrating entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
Community Champion Award: Honouring service to local neighbourhoods.
Outstanding Team Award: For organisations exemplifying collaborative empowerment.
Leadership Award: For role models who inspire through vision and dedication.
Health and Wellness Award: Celebrating advocates for mental and physical wellbeing.
Inspiration Award: Honouring those who overcome adversity with compassion.
She-Power Project of the Year: Recognising high-impact community initiatives.
Creating a Legacy Award: For those making a lasting impact on the environment or society.
People's Choice Award: A special honour selected by public nomination and a judging panel.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Recognising a profound, career-long impact.
The public is encouraged to continue submitting nominations for the women who inspire them. Shortlisted nominees will be notified in the first week of April, leading up to the grand celebration on the 24th.
Event Date: April 24, 2026
Venue: Grand Royale Banqueting Hall
To Nominate: www.woi-awards.co.uk
The Women of Inspiration Awards celebrate women who demonstrate leadership, resilience, service, and impact. By spotlighting these achievements, the awards foster a culture of empowerment and provide a platform for the voices shaping our future.
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A proud moment: Erin accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award on her mum's behalf. Photo: Submitted