Bahrain Opens Nominations for Global Women’s Empowerment Award

The Supreme Council for Women in Bahrain, in collaboration with UN Women, has officially announced the launch of nominations for the third cycle of the prestigious HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al-Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment. This international recognition celebrates outstanding initiatives that advance gender equality, uplift women’s lives, and strengthen their roles in sustainable development and societal stability.

The award, presented every three years, is open to governments, private enterprises, civil society organizations, and individuals from across the globe. It aims to highlight and honor efforts that bring meaningful change for women, ensuring they have equal opportunities, resources, and recognition in every sector of society.

Award Categories and Prize
Nominations will be accepted in four distinct categories:

• Public Sector – Recognizing government-led initiatives that promote women’s empowerment and inclusion.

• Private Sector – Honoring businesses and enterprises making significant contributions toward gender equality.

• Civil Society Organizations – Acknowledging NGOs and community-based entities working to improve women’s rights and opportunities.

• Individuals – Celebrating personal achievements and advocacy that create lasting impact for women.

Winners in each category will receive a $100,000 prize, reflecting the award’s commitment to not only honor excellence but also support ongoing efforts in advancing women’s roles in society.

Purpose and Impact
The HRH Princess Sabeeka Global Award stands as one of the most influential platforms for recognizing and promoting women’s empowerment worldwide. Since its inception, it has shed light on groundbreaking initiatives, inspired collaboration across borders, and driven policies that foster equality.

By honoring diverse contributions — from grassroots activism to large-scale policy reforms — the award emphasizes that gender equality is essential to achieving sustainable development. It also encourages innovative approaches that address systemic barriers faced by women, ensuring they have equal participation in decision-making, economic growth, and community leadership.

Global Call for Nominations
The award committee is inviting nominations from all corners of the world. Governments can showcase inclusive public policies, private companies can present diversity-driven workplace practices, civil society organizations can highlight community impact programs, and individuals can submit their personal achievements or advocacy work.

Initiatives will be assessed on their innovation, sustainability, measurable results, and scalability. The award particularly values projects that can be adapted and replicated in different cultural and economic contexts, multiplying their benefits beyond their original setting.

Key Dates
Nominations for the third cycle are open now and will close on March 20, 2026. The submission process allows for detailed documentation of the nominated project or achievement, ensuring the jury can fully assess the scope and impact of each entry.

Driving a Global Movement
The HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al-Khalifa Global Award is more than just recognition — it is a call to action. It inspires policymakers, business leaders, social entrepreneurs, and individuals to actively work toward gender equality, not as an optional goal, but as a fundamental driver of progress.

By offering global visibility and substantial financial prizes, the award strengthens the capacity of winners to expand their work, reach new communities, and continue making a difference. It serves as a testament that empowering women is not only a matter of fairness but also a strategic investment in the future of societies.

With the nomination window now open, this is an opportunity for changemakers worldwide to share their success stories, inspire others, and contribute to a collective vision of a more equitable and sustainable world.