Award nominations are open
Who in your world is driving real change? Nominate the women and allies transforming STEM through innovation, grit, and purpose. Step up, honour their work, and help unlock their next chapter.
Find all the details and nomination guidelines here.
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About the Awards
Why?
The Hidden Figures Awards exist to make sure no brilliant contribution goes unseen. Like the Black women behind NASA’s moon landing, too many women in STEM change the game without the world ever noticing. We’re here to change that by shining a light on the women whose work, vision, and impact shape our collective future.
Who?
Think of that colleague who led a groundbreaking project, the friend whose startup is solving tough problems, or the woman whose volunteer work empowers communities through tech. They don’t seek the spotlight. They’ve never been nominated – yet they embody the spirit of innovation and resilience that drives STEM forward.
How?
To honour these changemakers:
- The Hidden Figures Awards (except the “Diversity Ally” category) are open to women.
- Anyone can nominate, even the nominee herself.
- Nominees must be first-time awardees or finalists.
- Nominations must connect directly to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
Hidden Figures Award categories
Empowered Woman
Startup / Innovation
Non-Profit Organisation
Schedule
31 July
Nominations deadline
1 September
Announcement of finalists
26 September
Award Ceremony
A jury panel, chosen for their expertise and commitment to advancing diversity in tech, will review nominations and vote. The top three finalists in each category will join us at the Hidden Figures Awards ceremony, where we’ll announce the winners.
Diversity Ally Award
(audience choice)
Diversity Ally
Launched in 2024 to overwhelming enthusiasm, the Diversity Ally Award celebrates the champions building a more inclusive tech world. Unlike our other categories, this award is decided by the public – not a jury. It’s your voice that lifts these changemakers into the spotlight. These are the individuals unlocking opportunity, backing female tech talent, and helping create spaces where everyone can thrive.
Schedule
31 July
Nominations deadline
8 Aug. – 10 September
Audience voting
12 September
Announcement of finalists
26 September
Award Ceremony
The nominations are open to all — the top three finalists will join us at the Hidden Figures Awards ceremony, where we’ll crown the ally who’s driving real change.
Know someone who fits the bill? Nominate them today and help us spotlight their impact.
Hidden Figures Awards 2025 sponsors
Are you passionate about advancing women in STEM? Join us. Support the Hidden Figures Awards and become a partner in celebrating innovation, leadership, and human impact. Reach out to explore sponsorship opportunities!
Discover past Hidden Figures Award winners
Every year, our juries face the exhilarating challenge of selecting winners from a pool of extraordinary candidates. Want to see the changemakers we’ve celebrated in past years? Explore their stories, their work, and the ripple
effect of their impact.
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