AFR Women in Leadership Awards

Celebrating Australia’s most influential women in business

The AFR Women in Leadership Awards recognise and celebrate women shaping the future of business in Australia. An evolution of the Women of Influence program, these awards spotlight leaders whose impact, vision and achievements are driving change across industries.

Whether you’re steering major transformation, building innovative businesses, or championing inclusion, this is your opportunity to be recognised among Australia’s most influential female leaders and inspire the next generation to follow.

Who can enter?

Women with Australian citizenship or residency (including those living abroad with residency)
Eligible across a wide range of sectors
Young Leader category: open to women aged 35 or younger at the close of entries

Why it’s worth entering

✔ National recognition in The Australian Financial Review print and online
✔ Visibility as one of Australia’s leading female leaders
✔ An opportunity to inspire, mentor, and influence future women leaders
✔ A platform to highlight your leadership journey and achievements
✔ Celebration at the AFR Women in Leadership event in Sydney

Green Door Co’s Track Record

At Green Door Co, we’ve guided hundreds of leaders to award recognition.

77% shortlist rate | 68% win rate (of those shortlisted)

99% of clients have been shortlisted or won, often more than once

We specialise in telling authentic, high-impact leadership stories that resonate with judges.

Key Dates & Entry Fees

Entries open: Friday 28 February 2025
Entries close: Wednesday 9 April 2025
Winners announced: Wednesday 11 June 2025 (AFR & celebratory drinks in Sydney)

Entry fees: None — entry is free

If you’re a woman making a mark in your industry, now is the time to share your leadership story and be recognised at a national level.