The Inspirational Woman of the Year Award celebrates those who have overcome obstacles in life and made a difference in the community.
Selection criteria for nomination
- Must be a female and living in Jersey
- Someone who has made a selfless contribution
- She has made a significant difference to an individual or group
- She has succeeded against the odds
- She is an inspiration to others
- She can come from any walk of life or profession
- A woman whose self-sacrifice, unwavering dedication and generosity of spirit lead others to achieve greatness in their own right
- A positive model for generations to follow
- Cannot be a previous winner
- Role model for women and girls
- Overcoming obstacles in life and making a difference
- Community engagement
- Support for women related activities
The process
- 8 March 2024: Launch of nomination process
- 8 June 2024: Close of nomination process
- 20 June 2024: Nominee/s selected by the panel and informed
- SIJ will announce the winner on Thursday 4 July 2024 at an afternoon tea event to be held in the marquee in the grounds of Government House.
- It is hoped that the winning candidate will be able to play an active role in support of the activities of Soroptimist International Limited (SIJ) and act as an ambassador during the year.
Please review the details below required to support your nomination and fill in all the sections on the nomination form. To assist the panel in its decision making, it is important that you describe what qualities and actions make your candidate an ‘inspirational woman’.
Explanation for Nomination
Reason for Nomination A:
Describe how the Nominee has been a role model for women and girls, and any relevant information on her personal experience making her an inspirational woman, including qualities and skills (maximum 350 words):
Reason for Nomination B:
Describe any contributions made by the Nominee to community activities and, if relevant, any specific activities to support women and girls (maximum 350 words):
Nomination forms can be filled in online by 5pm on 8 June 2024 via the Nomination Form
Alternatively, hard-copies can be collected from Vie de Vie, 21 Don Street, St Helier from Mondays to Saturdays from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm, and either E-mailed to: soroptimistsjersey@gmail.com or returned to Vie de Vie.
