How the Nomination Process Works?

Watch this video explanation

Tell us why this woman deserves to be

celebrated — in your words, from the heart.

Please Note – This Is Step One of the Nomination Process

This is the nomination stage only, and it is

completely free. The nominee will have the choice to proceed with their full entry into the Celebrate Women Awards 2025

if they wish.


Whether you're nominating yourself or someone else, this form simply lets us know who deserves to be considered.

✅If you're nominating yourself, please enter your own details below.

✅If you're nominating someone else, enter their name and contact information.

Once we receive the nomination,

all nominees will be personally contacted

and invited to continue with the next step of the awards process.

If they choose to proceed, the entry fee is

$79 per award category, with up to 3 categories allowed per nominee.

What do the winners receive?

Each award winner will receive a beautiful

Celebrate Women trophy, a promotion and marketing package valued at $5,000, a Business Optimiser session, and

exclusive gifts from our sponsors —all designed to celebrate and elevate your journey.

Completing the next stage is optional—but strongly encouraged.

Because every story deserves the chance to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

Nominee Information

Help us learn more about her work or story (optional).
Required for eligibility.

C.E.L.E.B.R.A.T.E. Awards

For the women rewriting their stories, one bold step at a time.

C – Confidence Reclaimed Award

She’s come back from the edge — stronger, wiser, and more herself than ever.
Nominate a woman who has turned pain into power, rebuilt her confidence, and now inspires others by simply being unapologetically herself.

E – Empowered Online Award

She took a chance on the digital world — and made it work in her own authentic way.
Nominate a woman who’s harnessed the online world to share her story, sell her creations, or build a presence that didn’t exist before — even whenText it felt overwhelming.

L – Leap of Faith Award

She said yes to the unknown — and stepped into something completely new.
Nominate a woman who had the courage to start over — maybe she changed careers, launched a new dream, or finally chose herself.

E – Everyday Trailblazer Award

She’s quietly shaking up spaces where women have been overlooked for too long.
Nominate a woman who’s forging a path in a space where women rarely walk — proving that strength and vision know no gender limits.

B – Brave in Business & Life Award

She’s kept going, even when the world told her to stop.
Nominate a woman who’s faced setbacks but kept showing up — building something meaningful with heart, hustle, and hope.

R – Real & Relatable Voice Award

Her story doesn’t come with filters — and that’s what makes her unforgettable.
Nominate a woman whose raw honesty, humour, or heartfelt sharing makes people feel seen — because she doesn’t pretend to be perfect.

A – Amplifier of Good Award

She uses her voice and gifts not just for herself — but to uplift others.
Nominate a woman who puts kindness into action — using her time, skills, or business to lift others up and create real impact.

T – Trusted Mentor & Coach Award

She’s the guide who listens deeply, challenges gently, and champions loudly.
Nominate a woman who leads with heart — guiding others with wisdom, care, and the kind of tough love that truly transforms lives.

E – Everyday Hands Creation Award

Her hands tell stories, her work holds emotion, and her creativity lights up lives.
Nominate a woman whose hands bring beauty to the world — whether through art, food, design, or craft — and whose creations carry her essence.

W.O.M.E.N. Awards

Celebrating women who nurture, connect, and support others in powerful and everyday ways.

W – Wellness With Heart Award

She cares deeply and helps others feel better in the most heartfelt way.
Nominate a woman who leads with love in the wellness space — helping others heal, grow, or feel better in body, mind, or spirit.

O – Outstanding Connector Award

She’s the one who brings people together — with grace, generosity, and purpose.
Nominate a woman who’s the glue in her community — always making sure others feel included, supported, and part of something special.

M – Mum Who Moves Mountains Award

She’s juggling it all with strength, softness, and so much love.
Nominate a mum who juggles it all — raising kids, growing dreams, and staying strong through it all — even on the days she doubts herself.

E – Everyday Legend Award (People’s Choice)

She’s the quiet achiever, always helping behind the scenes — without asking for a spotlight.
Nominate the woman who’s always in the background, never asking for thanks — but who quietly changes lives just by being her generous, reliable self.

N – Next Voice Rising Award

She’s found her voice — and she’s using it to make a difference.
Nominate a woman who’s finally using her voice — to share her story, speak her truth, or stand for something she believes in.

You can nominate her in up to three categories that reflect her journey best.

Please tell us why this woman deserves to be celebrated — in your words, from the heart.
Each answer can be up to 300 words.

Your Details (If You're Nominating Someone Else)

So we know who’s behind this beautiful nomination.
We may contact you for more information if needed.
(e.g. friend, client, colleague, business partner)

Thank You for Celebrating a Woman Who Deserves It!

Must hit SUMIT button at the bottom to complete your entry.

Your nomination has been received — thank you! You've just given a woman the recognition she deserves. Finalists will be announced closer to the Gala. Stay updated via the Yeah The Girls 40 Plus Facebook group.

What Happens Now?

1. Every Story is Reviewed with Heart

We don’t just scan through. We read, reflect, and honour each nomination with the care it deserves.

2. Judging with Integrity & Heart

All entries will be reviewed by the

Yeah The Girls 40+ Community Judging Panel , made up of industry leaders with 10+ years of experience in their expert fields.

  • 80% of the final score comes from our Judging Panel

  • 20% will be decided by public vote — giving our community a voice in celebrating everyday heroes

3. Important Dates to Remember

Nominations close: Tuesday, 1 July 2025 at 11:59 PM (AEST)

Nominees have until: Saturday, 4 August 2025 at 11:59 PM (AEST) to submit their full award entries.

After nominations close, our team will take the time to carefully review every entry — honouring the courage, strength, and stories shared with us — before announcing our finalists.

The winners will be revealed live at the

C.E.L.E.B.R.A.T.E. W.O.M.E.N. Gala Awards Night

1 November 2025

The Hills Lodge Hotel

| Doors open at 7:00 PM
— and you’re invited to witness every unforgettable moment!