Nominations now open for Northampton’s 2021 Inspirational Woman awards

Members of the public can now nominate women who have inspired them as part of a Northampton award scheme.

The Inspirational Woman Award is an initiative run by Northampton Borough Council’s Women’s Forum and BBC Radio Northampton, which aims to celebrate inspiring women.

Five shortlisted women who have been nominated by others, will be invited to the council’s International Women’s Day celebrations on Saturday March 6.

Nominations are now open so the Women’s Forum is calling upon residents, businesses, schools and community groups to start nominating women in their lives who inspire them.

Councillor Anna King, Cabinet member for community engagement and safety, said: “We all know someone who has gone above and beyond in supporting their local communities during this challenging year and make great role models not just now but in the years to come.

“We are now calling on residents to nominate those who made a difference in their lives and communities. Let’s make the 2021 celebrations the best yet.”

This year, residents can nominate for two categories: the Inspirational Woman through employment or the community Inspirational Woman.

Nominations will be open until 9am on January 26 and can be found here.

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