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Women's Awards Wales
Women’s Academy Wales proudly hosts the Women’s Awards Wales, celebrating incredible women who uplift, inspire, and create change in their communities. Held in the lead-up to International Women’s Day, these awards shine a light on everyday women whose impact often goes unseen but never unfelt. Kindly sponsored by MS Julie Morgan.
Join us as we honour strength, leadership, and community, because when women rise, communities thrive.
Winners & Finalists Announced!
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Thank you to our sponsors...
Hugh James
Headline Sponsor
Hugh James is a full-service, Top 100 UK law firm and the largest in Wales, offering specialist legal and financial advice to businesses, organisations and individuals.
Head Judge: Diane Brooks, Chief People Officer
"Rooted in Wales for 65 years, Hugh James has a strong track record in supporting women’s progression. Women make up over half of our partners and more than two-thirds of our workforce, alongside delivering the expertise of one of the UK’s leading law firms with a personal, people-focused approach. I have been part of Women’s Academy Wales since its inception and have first hand experience of what impact this community has had on me and so many women from different backgrounds and sectors."
Julie Williams
Reception Sponsor
“With over 30 years of experience as a Financial Controller, Business Mentor and Certified Business Strategist, Julie has worked with businesses of all shapes and sizes - from ambitious start-ups to established companies looking to scale or sell.
Her mission is to help business owners take back control, feel confident about their numbers, and finally make their finances work for them, not against them.”
Head Judge: Julie Williams
Winners & Finalists
We are so proud to officially share the winners & shortlisted finalists for the Women’s Awards Wales 2026.
Huge congratulations to every winner, and heartfelt thanks to all nominees and finalists. The calibre was extraordinary.
Winner
Maggie Cee
Health & Wellness Award
Finalists: Amy Hubbuck, Maggie Corkill, Maria Lewis
Winner
Joanne Vincent
Community Impact Award
Finalists: Joanne Vincent, Natalie Hodgkinson, Clare Sturman
Winner
Jude Davies
Volunteer Award
Finalists: Kristy Davies, Claire Griffiths, Jude Davies
Winner
Lily Rice
Rising Star Award
Finalists: Miriam Hughes, Ellie Hughes, Lily Rice
Winner
Rachael Barnes
Neurodiversity Award
Finalists: Hazel Lim, Rachael Barnes, Willow Holloway
Winner
Penny Lock
Allyship Award
Finalists: Penny Lock, Menai Owen Jones, Lisa Williams
Winner
Dr Tipswalo Day
Changemaker Award
Finalists: Natasha Vidini, Dr Tipswalo Day, Angharad Collins
Winner
Kelly Farr
Legacy Award
Finalists: Nicola Harteveld, Nicola Abraham, Kelly Farr
To every woman who was nominated, thank you for the difference you make. Your impact is seen, valued, and deeply appreciated.
Categories & Sponsors
Thank you very much to our community for supporting and championing the women of Wales by sponsoring these inaugural awards.
Health & Wellness Award
Community Impact Award
Volunteer Award
Rising Star Award
Neurodiversity Award
Allyship Award
Changemaker Award
Legacy Award
To every woman who was nominated, thank you for the difference you make. Your impact is seen, valued, and deeply appreciated.
Our Judges
Thank you to our independent Judging Panel for supporting these awards and each category.
- Diane Brooks - Chief People Officer - Hugh James
- Sharon Dixon - High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan
- Emily Nicole Roberts - Disability Advocate
News
A Night At The Senedd
It’s finally time to reflect on the incredible success of our very first Women’s Awards Wales. Held on the 3rd March in the ever impressive Senedd, women across wales came together to celebrate, highlight and uplift personal and professional achievements. (Read More)
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