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CHAMPIONING AND EMPOWERING WOMEN

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The Campaign Inspiring Women Awards exist to shine a spotlight on the women who are redefining what leadership, creativity and impact look like across marketing, advertising, media and technology.

These awards are not just about trophies or titles. They are about progress. They are about recognising those who have broken glass ceilings, forged new paths and lifted others as they climbed. They are about celebrating the women who have changed the industry - and those who are shaping its future.

From CEOs and entrepreneurs to rising stars, mentors and innovators, the awards honour women at every stage of their journey. And importantly, they also celebrate the role of allyship, recognising that lasting change comes when people commit to building an industry that is equitable, inclusive and representative of everyone’s talent.

Do you know a woman who has inspired you or made a significant impact in the past 12 months?

Or is that woman you?

Nominate them, or yourself, today!

NOW OPEN FOR 2026 ENTRIES!

First entry deadline: 16 October 2025

KEY DATES

First entry deadline: 16 October 2025

Second entry deadline: 13 November 2025

Final entry deadline: 27 November 2025

Award ceremony: 11 March 2026

PRICES

First entry fee: £350 (+VAT)

Second entry fee: £485 (+VAT)

Rising to the top entry fee: £70 (+VAT)

BURSARY SCHEME

The bursary initiative is aimed at ensuring entrants from diverse backgrounds can take part in the awards scheme. Bursary applicants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If shortlisted, bursary entrants will also get a complimentary ticket to attend the awards ceremony. All applications can be submitted using the form here.

We’re looking for industry leaders, change-makers, and advocates to join our judging panel. If you’re passionate about recognising and celebrating the women shaping our industry, nominate yourself or a colleague to be a judge and play your part in driving progress.

NOMINATE A JUDGE 2026

Individual Categories

Allyship Award

The award aims to recognise those who go above and beyond in promoting gender equality and recognise individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and action in supporting and empowering women.

By recognising and celebrating outstanding female allyship, this award aims to inspire continued efforts towards a more equitable and inclusive world for women.

CEO of the Year

This award recognises women CEOs who have excelled in providing demonstrated leadership that has been critical to the success of their organisations.

Conquering Creativity

This award recognises inspirational women whose work and ideas have generated consumer excitement through top-of-class creative thinking. The winner will be a woman who has not only set the standard for creative excellence but also raised the bar.

Diverse Inclusive Workplace

This award recognises a woman who has excelled in supporting diversity and inclusion and fostering an environment of genuine respect and trust in the workplace.

Entrepreneur of the Year

This award recognises an entrepreneur who has demonstrated exemplary leadership traits.

Health & Wellbeing Award

This award recognises and celebrates the achievements of women for an outstanding contribution to, and promotion of, health and wellbeing.

Making Media Matter

This award recognises outstanding women who have worked to ignite positive change through making meaningful decisions in media planning and buying. An exceptional woman who has contributed profoundly to our understanding of media and using it for the better.

Mentor of the Year

This award recognises outstanding leadership and implementation of a mentorship program and personal development.

Transforming Technology

This award recognises outstanding women who have ignited positive change by introducing new technology to the industry. An exceptional woman leader who has contributed profoundly to our understanding of technology or deployment of new technology.

Visionary Business Leader

This award recognises an exceptional woman who has not only achieved growth for their businesses but a leader who has contributed in a profound way to our understanding of female leadership.

Rising to the Top

Rising to the Top - Advertising

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in advertising and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Marketing

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in marketing and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Media

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in media and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

Rising to the Top - Technology

This award recognises women who have set themselves apart from their peers, have shown early success in technology and will maximise their full potential to be the next generation of women leaders in the industry. Open to professionals who are at the age of 30 or under as of 1 December 2025 or with less than 5 years experience in their chosen sector.

BE PROUD AND EMPOWER YOURSELF

Take pride in your achievements and empower yourself by joining our hall of fame of incredible, inspiring women. Encourage the next generation!

BOOST YOUR PERSONAL BRAND

Make the shortlist or win, and proudly showcase your achievement on LinkedIn and your website to position yourself as a leader in your sector.

BE RECOGNISED BY INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Gain recognition for your work by putting your name in front of a distinguished panel of judges and benefit from their constructive feedback.

CELEBRATE AND APPRECIATE

Now is the time to put forward the remarkable women in your organisation to show them how much their contributions are valued and appreciated.

SHOWCASED ACROSS CAMPAIGN PLATFORMS

Finalists are announced across all Campaign UK channels, reaching audiences of 1.5M monthly page views, 223K followers on X and 50K LinkedIn followers. This visibility magnifies their exceptional achievements.

DEDICATION TO ADDRESSING GENDER INEQUALITY

These awards both uplift the women in your business and, with our new Allyship category, recognise those who go above and beyond in promoting gender equality.

Gemma Charles

Deputy Editor, Campaign

"Campaign’s Inspiring Women Awards really matters as it’s a chance for the industry to come together and recognise the fantastic work undertaken by women across the UK marketing, advertising, media and tech sectors."

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