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She Inspires Global Community Connect: Where a Global Community Comes to Life

06

Jul

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She Inspires Global Community Connect: Where a Global Community Comes to Life

There are moments that remind you why you started. Our first She Inspires Global Community Connect, held online on 3 July, was one of those moments. Created as a global extension of our annual Judges Meet, the session was designed to bring finalists together before the interview process, offering an opportunity to meet members of the judging panel, ask questions, gain valuable insights and, most importantly, feel part of the She Inspires community from the very beginning. We hoped it would be useful. What we didn't expect was the extraordinary response. Within days, all 100 Zoom places had been booked. Soon afterwards, more than 40…

More Than a Judges Meet: Where Every Journey Begins

06

Jul

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More Than a Judges Meet: Where Every Journey Begins

Every year, there is one event in the She Inspires calendar that quietly sets the tone for everything that follows. Long before the interviews begin and months before the awards ceremony, our annual She Inspires Judges Meet brings together the people who make the journey possible. It is where integrity meets inspiration, where expectations become clear, and where a room full of strangers begins to feel like a community. This year's Judges Meet, held on 4 June at the Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel, welcomed more than 120 guests, including our judges, finalists, previous winners, partners, sponsors and exhibitors. With around ten exhibition stands,…

Your Story Matters: Preparing for Your She Inspires Judges Interview

24

Jun

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Your Story Matters: Preparing for Your She Inspires Judges Interview

First and foremost, congratulations. Whether you joined us at the Judges Meet in person or have been following the journey from afar, becoming a She Inspires Awards finalist is an achievement in itself. Every year, we receive remarkable nominations from women and allies who are making a difference in their communities, professions, businesses and beyond. To be selected as a finalist means your story has already resonated with our judging panels. Now, the next stage of the journey begins. The She Inspires Awards 2026 Judging Interview Schedule is now available on our website, and we encourage all finalists to check their interview…

Impact Assessment Ahead of Major Workplace Law Changes

24

Jun

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Impact Assessment Ahead of Major Workplace Law Changes

One of the most thought-provoking conversations at RISE 2026 came from our long-standing partners and panel sponsors, SlaterHeelis. Their session, Power, Protection and Possibility, explored the changing legal landscape facing employers and highlighted why organisations need to begin preparing now for significant employment law reforms expected to come into force from October 2026 and January 2027. Representing SlaterHeelis on the panel were Debbie Coyne, Partner and Head of Employment, Carla Murray, Partner and Head of Commercial, and Rachel Fletcher, Managing Partner and Head of Crime and Regulatory. Together, they brought a wealth of expertise and practical insight to a discussion that was highly relevant for…

When Recognition Becomes a Stepping Stone

27

Apr

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When Recognition Becomes a Stepping Stone

The journey of Ashley White and the power of purposeful support There are moments within She Inspires that go beyond applause. Moments where recognition does not end on a stage, but quietly begins a new chapter. The story of Ashley White is one of those moments. At it's heart, She Inspires Awards has always been about visibility with purpose. It celebrates women across sectors, yes, but more importantly, it creates pathways. Because recognition, on its own, is never enough. What matters is what happens next. The idea behind the Stepping Stone The Stepping Stone Award began as a simple but powerful idea by Jackie Hyde, a…

Founder’s Reflection: What Happens After the Nominations Close

09

Apr

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Founder’s Reflection: What Happens After the Nominations Close

Nominations for the She Inspires Awards 2026 closed on 31st March, and as always, we ask for a couple of weeks before nominee notifications go out. It’s a question I know people sometimes wonder about, why does it take that long? The truth is, this is the part that isn’t seen. Because what comes in is not just a clean list of names and details. It is layered, human, imperfect, and at times, quite fascinating. When you begin to go through thousands of nominations, you start to notice patterns. One of the most striking ones is when a single individual is…

The Window Is Closing: She Inspires Awards 2026 Nominations Close on 31 March

20

Mar

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The Window Is Closing: She Inspires Awards 2026 Nominations Close on 31 March

Each year, the She Inspires Awards bring forward stories that might otherwise remain quietly woven into the fabric of communities, businesses and organisations. Stories of women who lead with courage, create opportunities for others, build enterprises, support families, challenge barriers and shape change in ways that ripple far beyond their own lives. For over a decade, She Inspires has celebrated women who are rising, rebuilding, innovating and serving. Some are founders and leaders of thriving organisations. Others are educators, carers, community champions, creatives or professionals quietly transforming the spaces they inhabit. Many never set out to seek recognition. Yet their impact deserves…

Where Recognition Becomes Legacy – This March, Choose Visibility

27

Feb

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Where Recognition Becomes Legacy – This March, Choose Visibility

There is a difference between applause and acknowledgment. Applause is fleeting. It fills a room and fades.Recognition, when done with intention, becomes something far more enduring. It becomes legacy. This is the distinction. When we speak about SheInspires, we are not speaking about a generic awards ceremony or a single evening under lights. We are speaking about an ecosystem, one built on visibility, credibility, connection, and reinvestment. Nominations close on 31st March, and as we move through International Women’s Day season, when women’s voices are amplified across the globe, this moment calls for more than celebration. It calls for action. Our…

What Happens After the Trophy: Teolog Elif’s Journey from Winner to Author

26

Jan

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What Happens After the Trophy: Teolog Elif’s Journey from Winner to Author

On Awards night, when a name is called and a trophy is lifted, it can feel like a destination. At She Inspires, we know it is only ever the beginning. We are incredibly proud to celebrate Teolog Elif, a past She Inspires Global Award winner from Turkey, a deeply valued member of our community, and now a published author. From the moment Elif stood on our stage, her journey did not pause — it expanded. She remained closely connected to the She Inspires network, continuing her work as a mentor, educator, writer, and advocate for young people and women across borders. Elif’s work is…

From Recognition to Impact — How Louise Prashad’s Story Became a Legacy

12

Jan

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From Recognition to Impact — How Louise Prashad’s Story Became a Legacy

Some stories do more than inspire admiration.They change the way we see the world — and our responsibility to one another. This is one of those stories. Louise Prashad is alive today because of organ donation. She is also living proof of what happens when recognition meets purpose — when a woman’s story is not only heard, but honoured, amplified, and allowed to grow into something bigger than the moment it began. Louise’s journey started in circumstances few could imagine. During late pregnancy with twins, she became critically ill. Acute liver failure took hold with frightening speed, leaving doctors with no…