Nominations open for Women of Western Sydney Awards
Western Sydney University has launched a new awards program to celebrate extraordinary women in the region.
The Women of Western Sydney Awards 2024 will honour the significant contributions made by women of all backgrounds who live and work in Western Sydney.
Nominations are open for six awards that will showcase the strength and diversity of women who have a meaningful impact on the development of the region.
Members of the community are encouraged to nominate women in the categories of Woman of Western Sydney (Arts), Woman of Western Sydney (Community), Woman of Western Sydney (Indigenous Leadership), Woman of Western Sydney (Social Enterprise) and Young Woman of Western Sydney (for women 18-28 years of age).
The Jennifer Westacott AO Woman of the Western Sydney Award will recognise significant leadership contributions made to Greater Western Sydney in the business sector, in honour of Western Sydney University’s Chancellor.
Professor Alphia Possamai-Inesedy, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Engagement and Advancement at Western Sydney University said the inaugural Awards will shine a light on extraordinary women from diverse backgrounds.
“The University is proud to provide a platform to highlight the dedication, advocacy and contribution that women make to the business and community sectors in Western Sydney,” said Professor Possamai-Inesedy.
“There are so many stories of inspiring women from across the region that we want to share, so I invite everyone to nominate a remarkable woman they know.”
Nominations close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 11 February 2024 and the winners will be announced at the inaugural Western Sydney University International Women’s Day Celebration, held in partnership with the Centre for Western Sydney, on Friday, 8 March 2024.
For more information including the award criteria and how to nominate, please visit the Women of Western Sydney Awards website(opens in a new window).
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17 January 2024
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