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Global Women Leadership Awards

Global Women Leadership Awards 2026 are scheduled for 5 June 2026  this year. The sixth season of these prestigious awards bring the best woman leader to the spotlight. Women leaders who have excelled and out-performed in their industries will gather from different parts of the world in Dubai, UAE, appreciated and endorsed for their achievements. The awards have a beautiful history since 2021 and continue to retain their stature in the realm of global endorsement of women empowerment. The expanding networking of people of excellence invites individuals from multiple industries to access this networking opportunity that invests in ensuring business connectivity and growth. Some of the major industries dominating the awards nominations include: Art, Artificial Intelligence, Beauty & cosmetics, Biotechnology, Engineering, accounting, architecture, Justice and law, compliance, corporate services, citizenship and immigration, finance, insurance, interior design, taxation, travel and tourism, training and coaching, education, 

 filming and production, performing art and theatre, public speaking, information technology, data mining and management, infrastructure development, mobility, sustainability, trading, crypto currencies, metaverse, NFTs, homemade brands, fashion and lifestyle, business development, marketing, communications, and many more. Global Women Leadership Awards are for female individuals with the criteria of excellence at the base.

Last Date to Submit Nominations: 25 May 2026

Destination: Dubai, UAE

Venue: Metropolitan Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai

Nomination Form

Procedure

Nominations for Global Women Leadership Awards open at least two months before the ceremony, so that there is sufficient time for the submission of nominations and submission of required details. The nominees are expected to submit their complete profile with list of achievements and proof of achievements to date of submission. They submissions have to be made electronically and all submitted documents are kept in complete confidentiality. They are not used for any purpose other than evaluating the profile and qualifications of the candidates. There is a panel of jury members who support the examination of documents as well as conduct nominees interviews to assess their eligibility and potential to win. All nominations are submitted in English language. The nominations forms have to be filled and submitted online. The winners for each award will be decided according to their leadership qualities, strength of their performance and work goals, as well as their vision of growth in the industry; the jury considers past achievements as a strong plus factor. The organizing entity and the jury members reserve the right to create and expand more categories to fit in more deserving candidates and have larger scope of leadership awards. The jury panel may eliminate or disqualify any candidate depending upon evaluation and qualification of the candidates. Any nomination with inaccurate and inappropriate data can be cancelled or eliminated. It is mandatory for each candidate to submit their CV with the nomination form.

Past Seasons

Global Women Leadership Awards 2025

Global Women Leadership Awards 2023

Global Women Leadership Awards 2024

Impact Leadership Global Awards 2025

Women Leadership Awards 2021

Women Leadership Awards 2022

Global Women Leadership Awards 2023 - Season 3

Video Press Release Coverage of 2022 Season 2 of Global Women Leadership Awards

Steps
  • Submit nomination form and cv
  • Email us supporting documents at contact@nousheenmukhtarinternational.com
  • Appear in Interview with Jury
  • Upon selection complete your registration process
  • Attend the ceremony
How Are the Winners Chosen?
  • The winners are decided and chosen by the Jury in the Adjudication Panel
  • The winners will be notified through a formal correspondence - email and phone calls
  • The winners will be announced at a special ceremony in the presence of various government and other senior dignitaries
  • The results will be featured on the official site of Impact Events and Media, social media channels of Impact Events & Media and Nousheen Mukhtar

Women Leadership Awards 2025 Categories

Industry Awards

  • Woman leader in FMCG
  • Woman Leader in Retail
  • Woman Leader in Insurance
  • Woman Leader in Automobiles
  • Woman Leader in Oil and Gas Sector
  • Woman Leader in ICT Development/ICT institute lead by woman
  • Woman Leader in Agriculture
  • Woman Leader in Textile
  • Top Woman in Mobility
  • Woman Leader in Power & Energy
  • Woman Leader in Telecommunications
  • Woman Leader in Tourism and Travel
  • Woman Leader in Finance
  • Woman Leader in Logistics and Supply Chain
  • Woman Leader in Loyalty programs
  • Woman Leader in Fertilizer Sector
  • Woman Leader in Real Estate
  • Woman Leader in Contracting and Construction Sector
  • Woman Leader in Facility Management
  • Woman Leader in Business Incorporation
  • Woman Leader in Corporate/PRO services
  • Woman Leader in Petroleum and Petrochemical Sector
  • Woman Leader in Pharma
  • Woman Leader in Intellectual Property Sector
  • Woman Leader in Law
  • Woman Leader in Equity & Venture Capital Sector
  • Woman Leader in Mining
  • Woman Leader in General Trading
  • Best Organic Food Products Brand by a Woman
  • Best Homemade Food Brand by a Woman
  • Best Homegrown brand by a Woman
  • Best Healthcare Solutions by a Woman
  • Innovative B2B business lead by a woman
  • Top Woman in Mechanics
  • Woman leader in urban planning
  • Woman leader in architecture

Technology

  • Best in Information Technology
  • Leader in IT Governance Risk and Compliance
  • Best in Cyber Security
  • Best in Digital Transformation (digitalization)
  • Best in Ecommerce
  • Best in ICT Development/ICT institution
  • Leader in Technological Innovation
  • Leader in Artificial Intelligence
  • Leader in Robotics & Automation
  • Leader in Green Technology (Eco-Coservation)
  • Innovator in Health Technology/ Medtechnology
  • Best in CMS Design/Development/Optimization
  • Leader in UX/UI
  • Leader in Agri-technology
  • Leader in Travel-technology
  • Leader in FinTech

VR & Metaverse

  • Leader in Metaverse Marketplace
  • Leader in Metaverse Design & Development
  • Leader in Metaverse Strategy/Ownership
  • Best in VR Experiential Design
  • Best in VR Business Design & Strategy

Crypto, Blockchain,& NFT

  • Best Eco Coin in Crypto
  • Top Crypto Trading Platform
  • Top Crypto Influencer
  • Top Crypto PR
  • Top Crypto Marketer
  • Best NFT Marketplace Developer
  • Best NFT Marketplace owner
  • Best NFT Artist
  • Best in Digital Asset Management
  • Best in Digital Asset Regulations & Compliance Consultancy
  • Pioneer in Blockchain Technology
  • Innovator in Blockchain Technology

Health and Healthcare Awards

  • Woman leader in health tech
  • Most Inspiring Healthcare Leader
  • Most Inspiring Doctor
  • Most Inspiring Nurse
  • Best Medical Clinic 2024
  • Best Ayurveda Clinic 2024
  • Most Inspiring Homeopathic Doctor

Entrepreneurship Awards

  • Young Woman Leader (Under 25)
  • Best Business Leader
  • Best Emerging Entrepreneur
  • Best Entrepreneur Mentor
  • Top Woman in Business Funding
  • Best Business Mentor

Marketing Awards

  • Best in Public Relations
  • Woman Leader in Marketing
  • Woman Leader in Public Relations
  • Woman Leader in Content Strategy
  • Woman Leader in Brand Campaigns
  • Best Influencer
  • Woman Leader in Ecommerce

Hospitality Awards

  • Best Female Chef
  • Best Woman Owned Restaurant
  • Best Female Restaurant Manager
  • Best Home Grown Food Company
  • Best Bakers and Confectioners

Tax and Finance Awards

  • Woman Leader in Forex Trading
  • Woman Leader in Banking
  • Woman Leader in Risk Management and Credit Control
  • Woman Leader in Fintech
  • Woman Leader in Tax Consulting
  • Woman Leader in AML and Compliance
  • Woman Leader in Finance

Travel and Tourism Awards

  • Woman leader in traveltech
  • Woman Leader in Tourism
  • Woman Leader in Mice Management
  • Woman Leader in Aviation

Real Estate and Realty

  • Best Real Estate Company led by Woman
  • Woman leader in Realty
  • Woman Leader in Real Estate

Sports Awards

  • Woman Leader in Sports
  • Woman Leader in Gymnastics
  • Woman Leader in Athletics
  • Woman Leader in physical fitness
  • Woman Leader in Sports fitness

Education Awards

  • Top Educational Institution by Woman Leader
  • Best in Learning and Development
  • Best Educationist
  • Life Time Services Award in Education
  • Most Inspiring Teacher/Educationist 2024
  • Top Woman in Education
  • Best Education Innovator
  • Best Youth Mentor

Coaching Awards

  • Best Life Coach Award
  • Best Trainer Award (Sports & fitness)
  • Best Trainer Award (Learning & Development)
  • Best Business & Executive Coach
  • Best Health Coach
  • Best Career Coach
  • Best Relationship Coach
  • Best HR Coach
  • Best Mentoring Coach
  • Best EI Coach
  • Best CQ Coach
  • Best Mental Health Coach & Psychologist
  • Most Inspiring DEI Consultant
  • Most Inspiring DEI Ambassador

Art & Creativity Awards

  • Inspiring Author Award
  • Inspiring Talent Award
  • Best Violinist
  • Woman Leader in Art
  • Best in Performing Art and Acting
  • Best in Theatre and Theatricals
  • Best in Visual Art
  • Best in Abstract Art
  • Best Interior Designing
  • Best in Fitouts and Lighting
  • Best art educator in Art
  • Best Art Mentor
  • Woman Leader in Media
  • Woman Leader in Journalism

Beauty and Fashion Design Awards

  • Best Jewelry Designer
  • Best Dress/Fashion Designer
  • Best Beauty Products Creator
  • Best Organic Products creator
  • Best Skin Care Brand
  • Woman Leader in Skin Care
  • Woman Leader in handmade products
  • Woman Leader in Ladies Handbags and Accessory design
  • Woman Leader in Fashion Accessories Design
  • Best Entrepreneur in Designing Ladies Bags

Environment Awards

  • Woman Leader in Environmental Conservation Awareness
  • Woman Leader developing Sustainable products
  • Woman Leader in Food Security
  • Woman Leader in Water Conservation
  • Woman Leader in Climate Change awareness
  • Woman Leader in Sustainability Strategy
  • Woman Leader in ESG

Social Work and Humanitarian Awards

  • Best Fund Raising Campaign by a woman
  • Best NGO lead by a woman
  • Best Female Social Worker/humanitarian
  • Life Time Achievement Award

Awards in Spirituality

  • Woman Leader in Theology
  • Woman Leader in Spiritual Healing
  • Woman Leader in Spirituality
  • Woman Leader in Metaphysics

Business Management & Leadership

  • Best CEO of the Year
  • Best Personal Assistant/Executive Assistant
  • Best Emerging Manager of the year
  • Best Business Growth Consultant/Consultancy (Lead by Woman)
  • Best Sales Manager
  • Best General Manager
  • Best HR Manager
  • Best Corporate Management Consultant
  • Best in Business Investments
  • Best B2B Business Strategist
  • Best B2B Business Consultant
  • Woman Leader in Business Process & Quality Assurance
  • Most Inspiring Visionary Leader
  • Best CEO of the Year
  • The Most Inspiring Change Initiator
  • Most Inspiring Women Empowerment Advocate
  • Innovator in Holidays Planning
  • Innovator in Leisure based business
  • Best Holiday Homes Business
  • Best Leisure Activities Creator
  • Innovator in Transport Business
  • Best Yachting Services Business
  • Best Car Rental Company

Nomination Form

Curriculum Vitae





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