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 Agent of Change Award Global Partnerships Forum, United Nations Champions of gender equality and women’s empowerment International Florence Nightingale Medal International Committee of the Red Cross "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".InternationalJane Drew PrizeArchitects' Journal and The Architectural Review Part of the ; recognises "contribution to the status and profile of women in architecture" and "a long-term commitment to the built environment and the architectural profession"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 Millennium Peace Prize for Women United Nations Development Fund for Women Efforts to end conflictInternationalMoira Gemmill Prize for Emerging ArchitectureArchitects' Journal and The Architectural Review Part of the ; recognises "female and non-binary practice founders under the age of 45" who are "using innovative architecture to effect positive social change"InternationalL'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science AwardsL'Oréal and UNESCOOutstanding women researchers who have contributed to scientific progress International Women in Business Award United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Women who have taken part in the EMPRETEC programme
Americas
Country Award Sponsor Notes Canada Governor General's Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case Governor General of Canada Promotion of equality for girls and women in Canada United States AWM–Microsoft Research Prize in Algebra and Number Theory Association for Women in Mathematics Outstanding young female researcher in algebra or number theory United States Anita Borg Institute Women of Vision Awards AnitaB.org Exceptional achievement by women in technology United States Bennett Prize for Women Figurative Realists Steven Alan Bennett and Dr. Elaine Melotti Schmidt Women figurative realist paintersFine 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. United States Elaine Bennett Research Prize American Economic Association Outstanding research in any field of economics by a woman not more than seven years beyond her Ph.D. United States Ghana Women of Courage Award United States Department of State 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 Awards Glamour (magazine) Extraordinary and inspirational women from a variety of fields United States Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing AnitaB.org, Association for Computing Machinery Awards for women in computing United States International Women of Courage Award United States Department of State Women around the world who have shown leadership, courage, resourcefulness, and willingness to sacrifice for others, especially in promoting women's rights United States Joan & Joseph Birman Research Prize in Topology and Geometry Association for Women in Mathematics Outstanding young female researcher in topology or geometry United States Los Angeles Times Women of the Year Silver Cup Los Angeles Times Achievements in science, religion, the arts, education and government, community service, entertainment, sports, business, and industry United States Mary Garber Award Atlantic Coast Conference Female athlete who show extraordinary talent throughout the entire season United States Oregon Women of Achievement 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 Remarkable Woman Award National Association of Women Business Owners Women who contribute time and talent to their organization and community United States Ruth I. Michler Memorial Prize Association for Women in Mathematics Outstanding research by a female mathematician who has recently earned tenure United States Sadosky Prize Association for Women in Mathematics Outstanding young female researcher in mathematical analysis United States The DVF Awards Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation Extraordinary women who are dedicated to transforming the lives of other women United States Top Ten Professional Women Marjaree Mason Center Women based on strides in their professions, service to their communities, and how they have served as positive role models United States Woman of Courage Award National Organization for Women Personal bravery in challenging entrenched power and in carrying out action that has the potential to benefit women in general United States Women Rock Awards Women in Ecommerce Showcases Women Who Integrate the Web and/or Technology as Part of Their Business Practices
Asia
Country Award Sponsor Notes Bangladesh Begum Rokeya Padak Government of Bangladesh Individual women for their exceptional achievement India I Am Woman awards Karan Gupta Education Foundation and IE Business School Women overcoming professional and personal challenges India Nari Shakti Puraskar President of India Achievements and contributions of women India Neerja Bhanot Award 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 India Women Transforming India United Nations Exceptional women entrepreneurs, who are breaking the glass ceiling and challenging stereotypes Kazakhstan Altyn Alka Government of Kazakhstan Mothers who gave birth to and raised seven children. Kazakhstan Kumis Alka Government of Kazakhstan Mothers who gave birth to and raised six children. Sri Lanka Women Friendly Workplace Awards Satyn & CIMA Recognised woman-friendly workplace cultures which empowering and help women. Vietnam Vietnamese Heroic Mother Government of Vietnam Mothers who have made numerous contributions and sacrifices for the cause of national liberation, national construction and defense, and the performance of international obligationsLegal 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 Online Portal of the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Retrieved 7 March 2020. Malaysia Golden Phoenix Award Asia Excellence Entrepreneur Federation Achievements and contributions of women
Europe
Country Award Sponsor Notes Albania Mother Heroine (Albania) People's Socialist Republic of Albania Mothers who had given birth, raised and educated 8 children or more in the spirit of socialist patriotism Albania Glory to the Mother People's Socialist Republic of Albania Mothers who bore, nurtured, and educated at least 4 children. Denmark Tagea Brandt Rejselegat Tagea Brandt Rejselegat Women who have made a significant contribution in science, literature or artDenstoredanske.dk The Grand Danish Encyclopedia, Tagea Brandts Rejselegat (in Danish) East Germany Clara Zetkin Medal Council of Ministers of East Germany Outstanding achievements in developing and advancing the country's socialist societyTaschenlexikon Orden und Medaillen - Staatliche Auszeichnungen der DDR, 2nd edition VEB Bibliographisches Institut Leipzig 1983, Author Günter Tautz, Page 14Auszeichnungen der Deutschen Demokratischen Republik Bartel/Karpinski, Militärverlag der DDR 1979, Page 150 France Femina Cup Femina (French magazine) Woman who, by sunset on 31 December each year, had made the longest flight, in time and distance, without landing France Médaille de l'enfance et des familles Government of France Those who have successfully raised several children with dignity Germany Cross of Honour of the German Mother German Reich German mother for exceptional merit to the German nation Germany Anne Klein Women's Award Heinrich Böll Foundation Women from anywhere in the world who are committed to gender democracy. Greece Order of Beneficence President of the Hellenic Republic Distinguished services by women to Greece and in the public sphere Russia Mother Heroine (Russia) Russia Women who have given birth to and raised ten or more children Russia Order of Parental Glory Russia Parents who have raised seven or more children who are Russian citizens Russia Women's World Award World Awards Women who have influenced the world by their work in areas such as society or politics Serbia Order of the Mother of Jugović Serbian Orthodox Church Mothers who have multiple children Soviet Union Mother Heroine Soviet Union For bearing and raising a large family Soviet Union Order of Maternal Glory Soviet Union Mothers bearing and raising seven or more children United Kingdom 100 Women (BBC) BBC Series that examines the role of women in the 21st century United Kingdom Arab Woman of the Year Award London Arabia Organisation Achievements made by Arab women across the globe United Kingdom Max Mara Art Prize for Women Max Mara, Whitechapel Gallery Young female artist working in the United Kingdom United Kingdom Royal Order of Victoria and Albert Queen Victoria Female members of the British royal family and female courtiers United Kingdom Women of the Year Lunch The Women of the Year Lunch and Awards Women achievers
Oceania
Country Award Sponsor NotesAustraliaTasmanian Honour Roll of WomenTasmanian GovernmentContribution to state of Tasmania Australia Victorian Honour Roll of Women Victoria (Australia) Achievements of women from the state of VictoriaNew 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 Trust Award Kate Sheppard Memorial Award Trust For further education, study, research or training in areas which are of value in the community of New Zealand New Zealand New Zealand Women of Influence Award Westpac, Stuff NZ Women who make a difference to everyday New Zealanders' livesNew ZealandFonterra Dairy Woman of the YearFonterraAwarded to a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the dairy industryNew 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 imbalanceNew ZealandWomen in Governance AwardsGovernance New ZealandTo recognise commitment to diversity by both organisations and individuals in New ZealandNew 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 mediaPapua New GuineaWestpac Outstanding Women AwardWestpacTo recognize exceptional professional work of women in Papua New Guinea
See also Lists of awards List of science and technology awards for women List of media awards honoring women