The search is officially on for the West Country’s most inspiring women! Following a successful launch on International Women’s Day in Plymouth, the West Country Women Awards is now inviting nominations to celebrate the resilience, leadership, and community spirit of women and girls across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. Unlike traditional corporate awards, this initiative is…
The search for the South West’s most impactful women has officially begun! Following a successful launch at an International Women’s Day event in Plymouth, nominations for the West Country Women Awards 2026 are now open. This year’s theme, aligned with UN Women’s “Rights, Justice, Action,” emphasizes the importance of celebrating women who make a difference…
We are so proud to celebrate Honor Lovell, a University of Exeter employee who has been named the inaugural Apprentice of the Year at the West Country Women Awards. As featured in Exeter Today, Honor’s story is a powerful reminder that there are many paths to success. Starting her career at the University at just…
We are so proud to highlight the incredible achievement of Devon-based artist Ellie Johnson, better known as Mrs Murals, who was recently honored at The West Country Women’s Awards. As reported by the BBC, Ellie won the Women in Arts, Media and Culture Award, standing out among a record-breaking field of over 2,000 nominees across…
We are excited to share a major achievement for the South Devon arts community, as featured in We Are South Devon! Ellie Johnson, the Plymouth-based artist known as Mrs Murals, has been officially crowned the winner of the Women in Arts, Media and Culture Award at the West Country Women’s Awards. Ellie was chosen from…
We are delighted to celebrate a major win for our community! Honor Lovell, an Education Support Advisor at the University of Exeter, has been named the first-ever Apprentice of the Year at the prestigious West Country Women Awards. Honor’s journey is a remarkable example of the power of professional development. Having started at the University…
We are incredibly proud to highlight the results of the West Country Women Awards 2025, as featured in CornishStuff. The sold-out ceremony, held at the Crowne Plaza in Plymouth, celebrated the achievements of women across Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, and Dorset. With a record-breaking 2,000+ nominations, the event showcased the massive impact women are making in…
