2026 Nomination

General Criteria

Nominees may be contemporary or historical. Their contribution(s) should be of value to society, be of local, national, and/or global importance, and of enduring value.

The nominee must be 65 or older by June 4, 2026, or deceased.
She must have lived in Alaska when her contribution was made.
An individual may nominate herself.

Selection Process

The AKWHOF board will review all nominations for compliance and send completed nominations to an independent Selection Committee of women from communities throughout Alaska.

The selections are based on the value of the nominees' contribution(s) to society, the significant impact of their achievement(s), and the enduring value of their achievement(s).
Your completed nomination is the official form used to determine the merits of each nominee for induction into the Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame. References to websites are not acceptable nominations. Please refrain from sending petitions, photographs, books, and other materials.

How to Submit a Nomination

Begin by creating an account. Store your login and password for future nominations.
Complete your nomination in a separate document, such as Word, and save it for your records. Once your nomination is complete, copy and paste the information into this form to submit your nomination.
If more than one person wants to make a nomination, add them and their comments to one nomination; don’t offer two nominations.
It is your responsibility to make sure that the information submitted is accurate. The board suggests that you contact the nominee (or her family) to confirm dates, names, locations, and ask which accomplishments she would like recognized.
All nominations must be submitted through this form.
Questions: Call Bonnie Jack at 907-279-4836 or email us at alaskawhof@gmail.com

1. Nominee's Name*

First NameLast Name

2. Nominee's Maiden Name

3. Indigenous Name (if applicable)

4. Email

example@example.com

5. Date of Birth*

6. Death if Applicable

7. Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

8. Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

9. During what years did nominee live in Alaska?*

10. Which regions of Alaska were directly impacted by her actions? (List up to 4)*

12. Considering your choices above, please summarize your nominee's contributions and accomplishments and how they have lasted over time..*

13. Education and Training:

14. Community Involvement:

15. Honors/Awards Received:

16. Document information (Reference books, periodicals, websites, etc.):

17. Name and contact information of individual(s) AKWHOF should interview if your nominee is selected:

18. Your Name*

First NameLast Name

19. Affiliation/Association to Nominee

Affiliation/Association to Nominee: (i.e.) friend, colleague, student, employee, relative, etc:

20. Title & Occupation

21. Email*

example@example.com

22. Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

23. Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

24. How did you hear about the AKWHOF?

Example: Facebook, Website, Radio

General Criteria

Selection Process

How to Submit a Nomination

2026 Nomination Form