SA Women of Impact Awards

Nominations for the SA Women of Impact Awards are open.

The South Australian Women of Impact Awards formally recognise the outstanding service and significant contributions of women in South Australia. Held annually, the Awards acknowledge and celebrate the diversity and commitment of women who create positive change and help create a safer and more equitable South Australia.

The Office for Women strongly encourages nominations of women from diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, women with disabilities and other minority groups.

Awards categories and descriptions

Impact in Industry Award

This Award is to recognise a woman who makes an enduring commitment and impact within their industry, which brings about significant and lasting change. It highlights the commitment, innovation and leadership required to produce effective outcomes.

Impact in the Community Award

This Award is to recognise a woman whose work has a transformative impact on their community. It highlights a woman who brings about positive change to improve the lives of those in the community by fostering equality and diversity and demonstrates what can be achieved through purposeful action.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Impact Award

This Award is to recognise an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander woman who consistently contributes, advocates and challenges the status quo. It highlights an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander woman’s leadership towards a shared community vision, a striving for parity, and inclusivity of her peers.

Impact on ending Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Award

This Award is to recognise a woman who has contributed tirelessly towards working to end domestic, family and sexual violence. It highlights the time, skills and dedication put towards making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by domestic, family and sexual violence and demonstrates a commitment to long-term social change and a future free of violence for all SA women and girls.

Nominate someone for the Awards today!

Nominations close 15 June 2026 at 5.00 pm

Previous winners of the SA Women of Impact Awards