The Raising Women Global Awards is an ongoing flagship project created by Raising Women Initiative to celebrate, amplify, and honour women making meaningful impact across different sectors, as well as men who actively support and advance women’s growth. The initiative was born out of the need to move beyond conversations about women’s empowerment and intentionally recognize those who are driving real change in their communities and industries. Too often, women’s contributions go unseen, undocumented, or undervalued, particularly at grassroots and emerging leadership levels. Through this awards project, RWI is creating a global platform that centers visibility, appreciation, and collective recognition.

The Raising Women Global Awards features 25 award categories, each designed to reflect diverse areas of impact, leadership, advocacy, creativity, and support for women. For each category, five nominees are selected through a structured nomination process, ensuring inclusivity and representation. The awards are community-driven, with a public voting system that allows people across different regions to participate in recognizing excellence and impact. This participatory approach reinforces accountability, transparency, and collective ownership of the process.

As an ongoing project, the awards serve not only as recognition but also as a storytelling and advocacy tool, spotlighting inspiring journeys and encouraging others to take action. By honoring both women and male allies, the initiative reinforces the belief that advancing women’s rights and well-being is a shared responsibility. The Raising Women Global Awards reflects RWI’s commitment to visibility, empowerment, and cultural shift, positioning recognition as a powerful tool for motivation, influence, and sustained impact.