Call for Nominations – WBU Women’s Empowerment Award 2025

February 19, 2025 4:49 pm Published by

The World Blind Union’s Womens Committee is now accepting nominations for the Women’s Empowerment Award, an esteemed recognition granted to a woman who is blind or partially sighted and has made a significant impact in empowering other women. This award will be presented at the WBU General Assembly in 2025 and includes a monetary prize of $1,000 USD.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • The nominee must be a woman who is blind or partially sighted.
  • The nominee must have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the empowerment of women who are blind or partially sighted.
  • The award is granted to individuals only (not organizations).

Nomination Process: Nominations may be submitted by individuals, groups, or national members. The nominator does not need to be a WBU member.

A complete nomination package must include:

  • A completed nomination form.
  • A minimum of two (2) supporting letters (maximum of four).
  • A biography of the nominee (250 words max).
  • A statement supporting the nomination (1,000 words max).

Deadline: April 1, 2025

Submission Details: All applications must be submitted in MS Word format in English, French, or Spanish and sent via email to info@wbu.ngo.

Download the nomination form and apply today!

English Form

French Form

Spanish Form

 

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