Northern Power Women Awards

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Northern Power Women Awards A celebration of gender equality through recognising change makers, trailblazers and advocates.

We took a trip down memory lane ๐Ÿฅน Looking back through the Northern PoWEr Women Awards archives, itโ€™s incredible to see ...
12/10/2026

We took a trip down memory lane ๐Ÿฅน Looking back through the Northern PoWEr Women Awards archives, itโ€™s incredible to see how much has changed.

Not just the stories being told or the issues being discussed but the wider conversation around equality, diversity and inclusion ๐Ÿ’ช

๏ปฟand those changes are still happening!

๏ปฟ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟ๐Ÿ“ŒIn 2026, the Government introduced voluntary menopause action plans for employers with 250 or more employees, these plans are expected to become mandatory from spring 2027.

๐Ÿ“Œ From April 2027, the Government plans to introduce a new statutory right to up to two weeksโ€™ unpaid leave for women and their partners experiencing pregnancy loss before 24 weeks.

๐Ÿ“Œ From October 2026, employers will have a strengthened legal duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. This builds on the existing duty for employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment.

None of these changes happened overnight. They are the result of conversations, campaigning, people sharing their experiences and organisations being willing to challenge.

And thatโ€™s why spaces like the Northern PoWEr Women Awards have always matteredโšก

Hereโ€™s to the people who have helped move the dial and to those continuing to push it forward ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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20/07/2026

At the 2026 Northern PoWEr Women Awards, we asked Andy Burnham two questions:

โœจ What's been your standout moment from the last decade?
๐Ÿ’œ If you could give an NPW Award to anyone in your life, who would it be?

For Andy, the standout moment has been seeing the transformation of the North of England, with so many Northern PoWEr Women guiding that change.

And the person he'd give an NPW Award to? His mum ๐Ÿฅน

Who's the Northern PoWEr Woman powering change in your life? ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ‘‡

If this year's Northern PoWEr Women Awards taught us one thing, it's this...Looking back at our 2026 winners and commend...
14/07/2026

If this year's Northern PoWEr Women Awards taught us one thing, it's this...

Looking back at our 2026 winners and commended, we're reminded that the qualities defining exceptional leadership are changing.

The leaders making the greatest impact aren't simply delivering results. They're sponsoring talent. They're creating cultures where people belong. They're opening doors, sharing knowledge and using their influence to create opportunities for others.

Because that's what Northern Power Women do and it's the insight we've seen repeated across more than a decade of Northern PoWEr Women.

Recognition has always been part of our story. But understanding why these leaders stand out is what helps shape the future of leadership across the North ๐Ÿ’œ

We have so many amazing people to shout about we can't fit them all in one post!

Today, we celebrate Malala Day ๐Ÿ’œ12 July is Malala Day which honours the courage and advocacy of Malala Yousafzai, who ha...
12/07/2026

Today, we celebrate Malala Day ๐Ÿ’œ

12 July is Malala Day which honours the courage and advocacy of Malala Yousafzai, who has become a global champion for every girl's right to education.

"One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world." โ€“ Malala Yousafzai

Can you believe it's already been a month since our We Are PoWEr Celebration in Manchester? ๐Ÿ˜ฎThe evening brought togethe...
10/07/2026

Can you believe it's already been a month since our We Are PoWEr Celebration in Manchester? ๐Ÿ˜ฎ

The evening brought together an incredible community of Northern PoWEr women and allies to celebrate progress, build new connections and continue the conversation around gender equality.

Were you in the room with us?

03/07/2026

A moment worth revisiting.

As we reflect on 10 years of the Northern PoWEr Women Awards, we're resharing these words from the 2026 Awards, recognising the incredible impact of our community and the collective action that has created more than ยฃ12.3 million in social value.

The work of Northern PoWEr Women has always been bigger than any one moment or individual. It is powered by thousands of people committed to accelerating gender equality, championing inclusive leadership, and creating opportunities for others.

Thank you to everyone who continues to be part of the community. Together, we keep moving forward ๐Ÿ’œ

What does being a Northern Power Woman mean to you?We'll go first! ๐Ÿ˜To us, being a Northern Power Woman means lifting ot...
01/07/2026

What does being a Northern Power Woman mean to you?

We'll go first! ๐Ÿ˜

To us, being a Northern Power Woman means lifting others as you climb, creating opportunities, driving change, making an impact that reaches far beyond yourself and staying true to your roots ๐Ÿ’ซ

Now it's your turn. How would you finish the sentence?

Share your answer in the comments โฌ‡๏ธ

Some of the best opportunities start with a conversation.That's what the We Are PoWEr Celebration Event was all about. โšก...
30/06/2026

Some of the best opportunities start with a conversation.

That's what the We Are PoWEr Celebration Event was all about. โšก

These moments capture just a glimpse of our most recent event but they will certainly stay with us. From networking and knowledge-sharing to celebrating achievements and inspiring future action, the day was packed with people who are passionate about creating positive change.

Missed this one? Don't miss the next.

Keep an eye on our upcoming events and be part of the conversations shaping what's next.: https://wearepower.net/community/events ๐Ÿ’œ

29/06/2026

What makes the We Are PoWEr community so special?

We asked Sarah Perris, Managing Partner at Perris-Myatt, to share her thoughts following our latest event.

Hear Sarah's reflections on the power of connection, community and creating change together.

Thank you, Sarah, for taking the time to share your thoughts with us ๐Ÿ’œ

As conversations continue about the women shaping the North, we're reflecting on some of the remarkable leaders and chan...
29/06/2026

As conversations continue about the women shaping the North, we're reflecting on some of the remarkable leaders and changemakers we've had the privilege of celebrating.

When we talk about Northern Power Women, we're talking about women who turn purpose into action ๐Ÿ’ช

Women like Figen Murray OBE.

At our 10th Northern PoWEr Women Awards, Figen received the PoWEring Change Award presented by Andy Burnham, this award recognised her tireless campaigning for Martyn's Law and her commitment to creating a safer future for others.

A powerful reminder of the impact one person can have when they refuse to give up.

Read more about Figen's award and her impact :
https://wearepower.net/insight/martyns-law-campaigner-figen-murray-obe-honoured-with-powering-change-award-at-10th-northern-power-women-awards

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