GIFEW GLOBAL EVOLUTIONARY WOMAN AWARDS 2024
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GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024
Vote for inspiring women who have been boldly leading the way, making magic and creating positive impact in their field and community this year!
Open for voting until 13 October
GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024
Vote for inspiring women who have been boldly leading the way, making magic and creating positive impact in their field and community this year!
Open for voting until 13 October
2024 Global Evolutionary Women Awards
Recognising, acknowledging and celebrating Evolutionary Woman who lead the way and make a positive impact in the world
In this powerful Year of the Wood Dragon—a time of new beginnings, visionary action, and breaking through old barriers—women are stepping up with renewed confidence and ambition. They are leading with courage, embracing authenticity, embodying their dreams, and manifesting impactful transformation in their fields, communities, and beyond.
The GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024 celebrate these extraordinary women who align their actions with their vision and bring new possibilities to life. This year, more than ever, is about recognising those who challenge the status quo, embrace new opportunities, and create tangible, positive impacts for humanity.
That is why GIFEW is presenting the Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024!
Now is your chance to nominate the inspiring women leaders and changemakers from your community, professional field, organisation, or even your circle of family, friends, and collaborators. These awards offer a powerful platform for extraordinary women to be acknowledged for their influence and the transformative difference they make in their corner of the world.
Let your nominations bring these visionary women into the spotlight where they deserve to be—recognised, celebrated, and honoured on the global stage for their bold actions, authentic contributions, and the magic they create in shaping a better future for all!
2024 Global Evolutionary Women Awards
Recognising, acknowledging and celebrating Evolutionary Woman who lead the way and make a positive impact in the world
In this powerful Year of the Wood Dragon—a time of new beginnings, visionary action, and breaking through old barriers—women are stepping up with renewed confidence and ambition. They are leading with courage, embracing authenticity, embodying their dreams, and manifesting impactful transformation in their fields, communities, and beyond.
The GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024 celebrate these extraordinary women who align their actions with their vision and bring new possibilities to life. This year, more than ever, is about recognising those who challenge the status quo, embrace new opportunities, and create tangible, positive impacts for humanity.
That is why GIFEW is presenting the Global Evolutionary Woman Awards 2024!
Now is your chance to nominate the inspiring women leaders and changemakers from your community, professional field, organisation, or even your circle of family, friends, and collaborators. These awards offer a powerful platform for extraordinary women to be acknowledged for their influence and the transformative difference they make in their corner of the world.
Let your nominations bring these visionary women into the spotlight where they deserve to be—recognised, celebrated, and honoured on the global stage for their bold actions, authentic contributions, and the magic they create in shaping a better future for all!
AWARD NOMINATION CATEGORIES
1. Innovation and Impact
2. Business and Entrepreneurship
3. Leadership and Social Impact
4. Education and Advocacy
5. Health and Well-being
6. Community and Public Service
7. Youth Leadership and Rising Stars
AWARD NOMINATION CATEGORIES
1. Innovation and Impact
2. Business and Entrepreneurship
3. Leadership and Social Impact
4. Education and Advocacy
5. Health and Well-being
6. Community and Public Service
7. Youth Leadership and Rising Stars
VOTING AND JUDGING PROCESS
Step 1 – Category Voting
Award Nominees are invited to share about their nomination. The general public will vote for category winners between 29th September to 13th October 2024. Category finalists and winners will be announced on 20th October at the Award Ceremony.
Step 2 – Judging
To determine the GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman of the Year 2024, our panel of judges will review all the category winners and select the overall winner. The overall award winner will be also announced on 20th October at the Award Ceremony.
This year’s 2024 nominees by category are:
1. INNOVATION & IMPACT
1. INNOVATION & IMPACT
Yvette Orlit
Switzerland
Inspiring change through innovation, authenticity, and soulful leadership
Kerri Jarrett
Canada
Redefining hair care through education and empowerment.
Anna Krzyzanowska
Denmark
Electrical Engineer Advancing Space Innovation and Inspiring Future Generations
Veronika Vohlidkova
Czech Republic
Openness and cooperation drive the success of meaningful projects
Lubica Ragulova
Slovakia
I stand for conscious clean energy transformation to protect our planet for future generations
Bamidele Farinre
United Kingdom
Empowering Diversity and Inclusion, Inspiring Leadership, Transforming Lives Globally
Aysegul Sensoy
Turkey
Chair Istanbul Blockchain Women
Marzia Hakimi
Canada
Renewable Energy Expert, Educator, Advocate for Equality and Women’s Rights
Sylvia Benova
Slovakia
Everything is possible, let’s live your dream!
2. BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
2. BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Karissa Schlaht
Canada
Corporate Banker, Women in Business Champion, Evolutionary Bank Leader
Mary Scott
Australia
I Help Women To Thrive and Reclaim Life After 50
Tracy Fortin
Canada
Fun-Loving, Creative Leader
Elva Ainsworth
United Kingdom
For raising the pitch of womens’ voices
Gaelle Berruel
United Kingdom
You are the Rockstar of your life. Own it.
Priyanka Mathur
Canada
No Family Left Behind
Junko From
USA
Empowering CPA Moms to Thrive
Natasha Delany
Canada
Extreme pressure, darkness & dirt, creates diamonds. You are a diamond
Hiam Yehia
Canada
Empowering Women and Families for Confident Financial Futures
Caroline Sheridan
United Kingdom
Realising brilliance in people and organisations
Keshelle Davis
Bahamas
I spread knowledge so together we can progress society
Petra Remy
Canada
Let’s all be part of the change in our own way
Michelle Peel
Australia
Your Business Design Consultant
3. LEADERSHIP & SOCIAL IMPACT
3. LEADERSHIP & SOCIAL IMPACT
Lenka Hajgajda
Czech Republic
Never let anyone discourage you from what you are doing if you believe it is the right thing
Andrea Bohacikova
Czech Republic
Parental leave isn’t a brake if you don’t want it
Brenda Brix
Canada
Empowering women to live abundantly
Petra Kotuliakova
Slovakia
Founder & Director of AjTyvIT | Women in Technology | DiversIT Charter Chair by CEPIS | Female Role Model
Cara Pullan
Canada
Creating Change through Connection & Compassion
Jana Zilkova
Slovakia/Mongolia
Never let anyone discourage you from what you are doing if you believe it is the right thing
Pooja Gandhi
Canada
Thought provoking strategic leader
Ann-Marie Thivierge
Canada
People Helping People!
Pamella Musinzi
Kenya
Forward Ever Bacckward Never My Community Will Always Be Better Everyday
Lesa Mueller
Canada
Empowering you to make a difference!
Udeme Archibong
Nigeria
Live to Love
Tracey Horton
Australia
Always be the only one writing your story
Kawtar El Alaoui
Canada
Founder & CEO, Conscious Togetherness
Debra Kasowski
Canada
Creating clarity so you can see the possibilities
Siteya Nabaala
Kenya
Clean water and healthcare champion
Tamara Larson
Canada
Global citizen cultivating cultures of positive peace building a world leaving no one behind
Brenda Purdie
Canada
Catapulting women’s wealth, elevating financial literacy and living our values
4. EDUCATION & ADVOCACY
4. EDUCATION & ADVOCACY
Patricia Garcia Martinez
Spain
Language teacher who believes in the power of sharing
Marie Constant
Canada
I am a courageous and trusting woman sharing my authentic self
Kath Cooper
New Zealand
Helping you to Unlock Your Awesome!
Jackie Eldridge
Canada
Transforming education and empowering educators through inclusive, heart-centered learning environments
Dana Aerenlund
Mexico
Creative teachers will save the world
Lina Daniene
Singapore
Empowering leaders to create meaningful global impact
Elizabeth Miller
USA
Cultivating well-being through transformative education, mental health, and empowered learning
Charity Vodjogbe
Togo
Agent of change for equity in the world, I’m Unstoppable
Marianne Andersen
Denmark
Together we can change the world to the better
5. HEALTH & WELL – BEING
5. HEALTH & WELL – BEING
Mona Halabi
Canada
Empowering transformation through mindfulness, intention, and growth from within
Sarah Delano
Mexico
Be a beam of Light in the World. Be authentic
Jaclyn Hareuther
Canada
Empowering holistic healing through gut health and compassionate care
Candice Mandin
Canada
Building hope happens one person at a time
Deborah Small
Canada
Empowering others to awaken joy, love and peace within
Jane Lewis
United Kingdom
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Coaching
Tineke Rensen
The Netherlands
I help you create a powerful business with heart & soul
Corby Furrow
Canada
Empowering transformation from fear to freedom, liberating ones authentic self
Tiffany Sparrow Brulotte
Canada
Turning Hangups into Harmony
6. COMMUNITY & PUBLIC SERVICE
6. COMMUNITY & PUBLIC SERVICE
Ivana Petriskova
Slovakia/Macedonia
I am a strong believer in the transformative power of the civil society
Sarah Amy Glensor Best
New Zealand
Changing the World is Child’s Play
Maureen Akolo
Kenya
To the world from Africa
Lucille Mandin
Canada
A shameless idealist, a change agent for social justice, hopewhisperer
Lucia Klestincova
Slovakia
Voice of new leadership culture in EU politics & bureaucracy
Michaela Kollarova
Slovakia
A leader who is result-oriented and builds strong, creative teams
Lana Turashvili
Georgia
A conscious leader creating meaningful impact through transformative action
Martina Slabejova
Slovakia
Fostering innovation, growth, and societal impact to achieve meaningful difference
Maria Mira-Perceval Graells
Spain
Abstract painter and visual artist
7. YOUTH LEADERSHIP & RISING STARS
7. YOUTH LEADERSHIP & RISING STARS
Raine Gerber
South Africa
Redefining leadership – protecting construction subcontractors and inspiring future female leaders
Vladyslava Balera
Ukraine
From adversity to unity: empowering youth and young women to build thriving communities
Nadine EL-Hajj
Canada
Empowering growth through creativity, connection, and purposeful impact
Karen Claypool
United Kingdom
Helping creatives achieve confidence and self-expression through their art
ALL AWARD NOMINEES will receive
Recognition for their impact and authentic contribution to others in this extraordinary year of the Wood Dragon.
A complimentary place at the 1-hour Evolutionary Woman Roundtable (worth €249), an empowering session designed to connect, inspire, and elevate their journey.
ALL CATEGORY AWARD WINNERS will also receive
Personalised social media publicity on GIFEW channels to amplify their causes and message, bringing their impact to a wider audience.
A complimentary place at the 2-week-long ‘Reclaim Your Authentic Power Fusion Activation’ Programme (worth €1,500), a transformative experience designed to empower women to reclaim their inner strength and step boldly into the next level of their evolutionary leadership.
THE OVERALL WINNER of the ‘GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman of the Year 2024’ Award will additionally receive
12 months of GIFEW high-impact transformational education for evolutionary women (worth over €15,000).
The GIFEW Ultimate 12 months bespoke evolutionary journey, a personal growth accelerator designed to train women to deeply integrate their lives during these transformative times, enabling them to create impactful change and fulfill their purpose.
ALL AWARD NOMINEES will receive
Recognition for their impact and authentic contribution to others in this extraordinary year of the Wood Dragon.
A complimentary place at the 2-week-long ‘Reclaim Your Authentic Power Fusion Activation’ Programme (worth €1,500), a transformative experience designed to empower women to reclaim their inner strength and step boldly into the next level of their evolutionary leadership.
ALL CATEGORY AWARD WINNERS will also receive
Personalised social media publicity on GIFEW channels to amplify their causes and message, bringing their impact to a wider audience.
A complimentary place at the 2-week-long ‘Reclaim Your Authentic Power’ Microschool (worth €997), a transformative programme that empowers women to reclaim their inner strength and step boldly into their leadership.
THE OVERALL WINNER of the ‘GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman of the Year 2023’ Award will additionally receive
12 months of GIFEW high-impact transformational education for evolutionary women (worth over €15,000).
The GIFEW Ultimate 12 months bespoke evolutionary journey, a personal growth accelerator designed to train women to deeply integrate their lives during these transformative times, enabling them to create impactful change and fulfill their purpose.
Panel of Judges
A diverse panel of GIFEW advisors and faculty mentors will select the overall GIFEW Evolutionary Woman Entrepreneur Award 2023 Winner.
Judges Panel
A diverse panel of GIFEW advisors and faculty mentors will select the overall GIFEW Evolutionary Woman Entrepreneur Award 2023 Winner.
Marie Soprovich
Conscious Entrepreneur and GIFEW Global Partner
Sandra Epstein
Educator, Natural scientist, Social Entrepreneur and GIFEW Faculty Mentor
Bea Benkova
Global Evolutionary Leader and GIFEW Founder and CEO
Jan Polak
Pioneer of a new business paradigm, and GIFEW Director of Education, Entrepreneurship and Impact
Voting closes on 13 October 2024
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VOTING starts on 26 September and closes on 13 October
WINNER ANNOUNCEMENTS: Category Finalists, Category Winners and the Overall Winner of the ‘GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman of the Year 2024’ Award will be announced at a special Award Ceremony on 20 October
VOTING starts on 26 September and closes on 13 October
WINNER ANNOUNCEMENTS: Category Finalists, Category Winners and the Overall Winner of the ‘GIFEW Global Evolutionary Woman of the Year 2024’ Award will be announced at a special Award Ceremony on 20 October
About
The Evolutionary Home for Women Making Impact in the World
GIFEW (Global Institute For Evolutionary Women) is a transformational education and mentoring organisation founded by entrepreneur Bea Benkova in 2012. With a community of 5000+ entrepreneurs, leaders, and activists extending far beyond its London headquarters, including members from 120+ countries across 6 continents.
Its noble mission is to transform humanity through the aligned power of evolutionary women, which it tirelessly works to achieve by providing members with multi-dimensional education, engaging leading expert faculty mentors, and a stimulating and supportive environment for transformative learning, evolution, and co-creation.
About
The Evolutionary Home for Women Making Impact in the World
GIFEW (Global Institute For Evolutionary Women) is a transformational education and mentoring organisation founded by entrepreneur Bea Benkova in 2012. With a community of 5000+ entrepreneurs, leaders, and activists extending far beyond its London headquarters, including members from 120+ countries across 6 continents.
Its noble mission is to transform humanity through the aligned power of evolutionary women, which it tirelessly works to achieve by providing members with multi-dimensional education, engaging leading expert faculty mentors, and a stimulating and supportive environment for transformative learning, evolution, and co-creation.