Nominations for the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 remain open until August 31, inviting individuals, businesses and organisations across Bahrain to recognise exceptional women making an impact. Presented by Jetour, this year’s programme features 21 awards across five categories.
With nominations remaining open until August 31, the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 invite individuals, businesses and organisations to recognise women making a meaningful impact across Bahrain. Organised by Red House Marketing and presented by Jetour, the awards have become one of Bahrain’s leading recognition initiatives, celebrating achievement across business, media, education, hospitality, sport and the creative industries.
Established in 2024, the initiative was created to spotlight women making a meaningful contribution across Bahrain. Businesses, organisations and members of the public are invited to nominate women whose achievements deserve wider recognition.
This year’s edition also includes the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, honouring a woman whose decades of contribution have helped shape Bahrain’s society, industry or culture. The awards are organised across five categories, with a full reminder of this year’s awards featured opposite.
Award Partners
The 2026 edition is supported by partners who share the awards’ commitment to recognising exceptional women.
Jetour is the Title Partner, joined by Home Centre as Design Partner. Radio Bahrain supports the programme as Radio Partner, Assure Consultancy serves as Audit Partner, Asghar Ali is the Fragrance Partner and Talking Pictures is the Creative Production Partner. Their support helps extend the reach of the awards, encouraging wider participation across Bahrain.
The platform continues to position Bahrain as a hub for regional collaboration and leadership, bringing together professionals from across the GCC while strengthening professional and cultural connections throughout the region.
The 2025 Grand Finale, held at The Grand Ballroom of The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa in Manama, reflected the growing scale of the initiative, bringing together nominees, industry leaders and guests for an evening of recognition, celebration and live performances. Reflecting on the atmosphere of the evening, Marija Rakic, winner in the Woman in Performing Arts category, said: “The energy of women supporting women was truly palpable. We all understood, without words, that when we uplift one another, we have the power to make the world a better place.”
Beyond the Awards
The Woman of the Year Awards extend beyond the Grand Finale. Through Woman This Month, Bahrain This Month, Gulf Daily News, social media, outdoor campaigns, the annual Winners Edition and the Woman of the Year podcast, nominees and winners continue to share their stories with audiences throughout the year.
Editorial features, interviews and digital content continue to showcase their achievements, introducing readers to the women behind Bahrain’s businesses, classrooms, creative industries and community initiatives. Their stories continue to reach new audiences long after the awards evening.
Nominate Before August 31
Nominations remain open until August 31, giving individuals, organisations and businesses the opportunity to recognise women making a meaningful impact across Bahrain. Whether in business, education, hospitality, the creative industries or community service, every submission helps ensure exceptional women receive the recognition they deserve.
Know an exceptional woman making a difference? Submit your nomination before August 31.
Business, Innovation & Technology
Women driving economic growth, innovation and transformation.
Awards at a Glance
21 Awards. Five Categories. One Lifetime Achievement Award.
Woman in Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Innovation
Woman in FinTech & Finance
Woman in STEM
Woman in Law & Advocacy
Girl of the Year (Under 18)
Creative Industries (Orange Economy)
Recognises women advancing Bahrain’s creative and cultural sectors.
Woman in Creative Industries (Orange Economy)
Woman in Visual & Performing Arts
Woman in Fashion
Unido Rising Star of the Year
Health, Education & Social Impact
Honours women improving lives through healthcare, education and community development.
Woman in Health & Wellness Leadership
Woman in Education & Thought Leadership
Woman in Beauty & Personal Care
Woman in Philanthropy & Community Impact
Hospitality & Sports
Celebrates leadership across Bahrain’s hospitality and sporting sectors.
Woman in Hospitality
Woman in Sports
Woman in Culinary Arts
Media, Communications, Advocacy
& Public Engagement
Highlights women shaping communication, public dialogue and media.
Woman in Digital Media & Content Creation
Woman in Corporate Communications & Public Relations (PR)
Woman in Marketing
Woman in Journalism (Print, Broadcast & Digital)
Special Recognition
Lifetime Achievement Award
Honouring a woman whose decades of contribution have helped shape Bahrain’s society, industry or culture.
