A Decade of Impact. A Future of Possibility.
11 August 2026
Celebrating 10 years of recognising extraordinary women and inspiring the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers.
A day of inspiration, connection, courage and celebration. This is where remarkable women are recognised, powerful stories are shared and the next generation is inspired to believe in what is possible.
Join us for a landmark celebration bringing together women who are creating meaningful change across business, society, culture and industry, and making a difference now and for the future they are helping to create.
Yes, we will still be presenting this years awards and winners, so you don’t want to miss that.
| Date: | Friday 30th October 2026 |
| Time: | 09:30am – Registration & Networking 10:00am – Opening Ceremony 04:30pm – Close |
| Venue: | Winstanley House, Hinckley Road, Leicester, LE3 1HX |
| Keynote Speakers & Panellists: | Keynote Speakers: ✨ Maggie Oliver – Former Detective, Programme Consultant “Three Girls”, Victims’ Advocate, Humanitarian, Public Speaker, Founder of The Maggie Oliver Foundation. ✨ Dr. Pawlet Brookes MBE – Founder, CEO and Artistic Director of Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, and Chair of the Midlands Area Council of Arts Council England. ✨ Rebecca Jenkins – Founder, Founder, RJEN Panellist: ✨ Sandra Pollock OBE, Founder of The Women’s Awards, Open Mind Training & Development, Co-Founder of Shine Together CIC ✨ Leanne Bonner-Cooke MBE – Founder, LBC Mentoring, Co-Founder of Shine Together CIC ✨ Debbie Moore – Founder of Debbie Moore Coaching ✨ Naseem Williams – Director and Head of Immigration at Afsar Williams Solicitors ✨ David Hayes – Founder, David Hayes-Export Controls, and Director of UK Affairs for the Washington DC ✨ Aaliyah Towers – Founder, Aaliyah’s Movement, Professional Dancer, Dance Teacher and Actor. ✨ Manjit Atwal QPM – Retire Police Officer, Winner Outstanding Women in Public Service 2024 Read more about our speakers here. |
| Additional Information: | Refreshments are provided: Arrival: Tea, Coffee & Pastries Lunch: 2 Course Plated Afternoon break: Tea, Coffee & Pastries Free Parking If you’d like to book a room for the night please contact the venue directly. |
| Dress Code: | Smart Business wear |
| Tickets: | * Early Bird price: £85.00 per person – available before 27th September 2026 only. * Standard price: £95.00 per person |
| Opportunities | Stallholders There is are a limited number of spaces for stallholders on a first come first served basis. Stallholder’s price is £150.00 per stall. This include the ticket price for one individual only. Please contact our Admin Team at admin@thewomensawards.com |
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Spaces are limited this year, book early to avoid disappointment.
Women’s Awards 2026 – Day Conference
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