Honoring contributions of historic Iowa women

Women of Achievement Award

The Women of Achievement Award recognizes the contributions of historical (deceased) Iowa women who made outstanding and lasting contributions to the citizens of Iowa or have advanced the well-being of others throughout the world.

This award will be a visible reminder to all crossing the Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge of their contributions to their work, communities, and the status of women.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Iowa Women of Achievement Award. 

Nomination Deadline:
The deadline for all nomination forms and supporting documents for the 2026 awards is August 14, 2026.

Nomination Criteria:
Nominees will be historical (deceased) women who fall into one of the following:
  - Were born in Iowa
  - Achieved prominence within Iowa
  - Had been a resident of Iowa for an extended period after achieving prominence elsewhere

Nominees will be selected on merit, not endorsement, in the following areas:
  - Lasting contributions made by the nominee
  - Nominee served as a role model or change agent
  - Impacted the social, cultural, economic or political well-being of the community, state or nation
  - Inspired future generations

NOMINATE AN INSPIRING WOMAN HERE

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