The IGEM International Women’s Day Awards celebrate excellence, leadership and advocacy across Queensland’s disaster management sector. The awards recognise women and allies who champion equality, foster inclusive workplaces, and strengthen disaster management capability across the state.
Submit your nomination here: 2026 IGEM International Women’s Day Awards
Award categories
Champion of Change
Advocated for diversity and inclusion
Demonstrated excellence in the sector
Shown leadership as an inspirational role model
Had a significant impact in changing workplace culture and mindset to empower women and men to advance gender equality.
Excellence in Disaster Management – Practitioner
Showed a tangible commitment to improving the delivery of disaster management practices
Introduced innovative or inclusive practices which contributed toward continuous improvement for the community and the sector
Demonstrated disaster management excellence.
Excellence in Disaster Management – Research
Influenced the development of a learning culture
Championed research and engagement within the sector
Showed a tangible commitment to improving the delivery of disaster management practices.
Advocate for Equality (open to all genders)
Championed gender equality within disaster management operations and planning, ensuring diverse voices are represented in decision-making and response strategies.
Promoted inclusive practices in emergency preparedness and recovery, advocating for equitable access to resources and support for all community members during disasters.
Led initiatives that empower women and underrepresented groups in the disaster management sector, fostering leadership opportunities and cultural change across Queensland’s resilience programs.
Eligibility
Nominees must be Queensland-based.
Open to staff and volunteers across the Queensland disaster management sector.
Selection process
All nominations will be reviewed and judged by the Office of the IGEM Executive Leadership Team to ensure fairness and transparency in recognising outstanding contributions.
Nominations
Nominations open: Monday, 12 January 2026
Nominations close: Friday, 13 February 2026
Submit your nomination here: 2026 IGEM International Women’s Day Awards
