Academy for Women of Achievement Individual Self-Nomination Form

Academy for Women of Achievement Individual Nomination Form

Deadline for Submission: Friday, April 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST
YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee has served women and families for more than 125 years and works to advance the quality of life for women of all ages, races, and faiths. Our programs and services help them move from safety to independence. YWCA exists to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.Proceeds from the Academy for Women of Achievement ceremony directly fund YWCA programs.

The Academy for Women of Achievement (AWA) was launched locally in 1992 by YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee in an effort to honor women who, through excellence and leadership in their chosen fields, serve as role models for other women, and make Nashville a more inclusive, just, and robust city in which to live.

This year’s recipients will join 203 other women who were honored previously with this distinction. For event information and a complete list of previous AWA honorees, please visit: www.ywcanashville.com/awa2026

The 34th AWA Award Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel. Honorees must be available on this date to receive the award.
AWA Nomination Criteria

AWA inductees will have a minimum of 10 years of significant impact on the success of others—particularly other women—by setting an example of leadership and inspiration through:
- Demonstrated leadership skills in their field of expertise
- Being a role model and mentor to other women and girls
- Demonstrated commitment to the values represented in the YWCA’s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women
- Evidenced dedication to helping women and girls achieve their goals
- Given back to the community through their time, talent, and resources
- Living, working and/or volunteering in Middle Tennessee
AWA Nomination Process

AWA allows for two types of nominations:

1. Self-Nomination
2. Nomination by a Colleague, Friend, Mentor or Community Member

Nomination Instructions:
- Complete this online Nomination Form (required)
- Upload one Letter of Recommendation (required)
- Upload resume no longer than 2 page (required)
Nomination applications must strictly adhere to the requirements herein and be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, April 17, 2026. Unfortuantely, no extensions will be given past this deadline.

Winners will be notified by phone call from YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee President & CEO Sharon K. Roberson by Friday, May 29, 2026.
This is a Self-Nomination.I am nominating a Colleague, Friend, Mentee, or Community Member.
Nominator's Contact Information

Please fill out the information below using your contact information.
Nominator Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Nominator's Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Nominator's Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Nominator's E-mail*
example@example.com
Nominee's Contact Information

Please fill out the information below using the Nominee's contact information.
Nominee Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
E-mail*
example@example.com
Is this a first time nomination or a re-nomination.*
Education & Employment

AWA Honorees will have achieved outstanding success in their chosen field of endeavor, whether a traditional career or an active career of volunteer service.
Educational Background*
Present Employer*
May include "previously of," "retired," "community volunteer," etc., as applicable.
Present Title*
May include "formerly," "retired," "community volunteer," etc., as applicable.
Other Significant Employment
Honors, awards, publications, citations, memberships, etc.
Community Engagement

AWA Honorees will have given back to the Nashville community through their time, talent and resources.
History of community engagement, including board service and volunteer roles. Please be sure to include the organization's name.*
Supporting Women & Girls

AWA Honorees will have been a role model or mentor and advocated for other women and girls.
Describe efforts, activities, and/or leadership that have made a positive difference in the community and has encouraged other women and girls.*
Commitment to YWCA's Mission
Demonstrated a commitment to the values states in YWCA's mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.*
It is not required for AWA Nominees to have volunteered with or be connected to YWCA, simply to show a dedication to our organization's mission and values.
Additional Materials
Please upload one Letter of Recommendation.*

Required for AWA consideration.
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Please upload a Resume no longer than 2 pages.*

Required for AWA consideration.
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Academy for Women of Achievement Individual Nomination Form

Nominator's Contact Information

Nominee's Contact Information

Education & Employment

Community Engagement

Supporting Women & Girls

Commitment to YWCA's Mission

Additional Materials