WWSF (Women’s World Summit Foundation) is inviting nominations to award prizes to women and women’s groups around world. The nominees for the prizes should be those women who have contributed towards the improvement of the quality of life of rural communities by applying exceptional creativity, commitment and courage. “The Prize aims to draw international attention to laureates’ contributions to sustainable development, household food security and peace, thus generating recognition and support for their projects. While rural women are vital in providing examples of sound practice in their communities, they still do not have full access to tools needed for development, such as education, credit, land rights and participation in decision making. By highlighting and awarding creative development models, innovations and experiences enhancing the quality of rural life, WWSF participates in addressing the eradication of rural poverty, gender mainstreaming and women’s empowerment.”
Nearly 20 prizes will be distributed to winners and each of the prizes carries a cash award of $1000. In addition to this, one women’s organization from Africa will receive a cash donation of $3000. Only nominations are invited and all nominators should have direct knowledge and understanding of the work undertaken by the nominee. Women and women’s groups active in their work but have not received any awards are encouraged to be nominated for the prizes here. Nominations should include the following information:
- Original signed letter of nomination indicating how the nominator knows the nominee and for how long.
- Biographical data on the nominee (full name, age, education, place of work, background) and a detailed history of the nominee’s creative project (written by the nominator) including her motivation, innovative aspects, any obstacles overcome, and the impact in the community. Nominations must specify whether the nominee has received or is currently being nominated for other awards.
- Two original and signed endorsement letters from organizations or individuals other than the nominator and, if possible, additional supporting materials such as newspaper articles or publications.
- A few labeled photographs clearly showing the nominee(s) for possible publication.
The deadline to submit nominations for the 2010 Award is 31 March 2010. For more information and to download the nomination form, visit this link.
