The Porsche Woman of the Year Awards 2024 Bahrain began its inspiring journey on International Women’s Day in March with a grand announcement at The Art Hotel & Resort, Amwaj. This inaugural event marked the start of a landmark initiative by Woman This Month magazine to honour women excelling across diverse fields in Bahrain. The magazine unveiled its quarterly special edition with the relaunch message: ‘She’s Back,’ while introducing its new Brand Ambassador, Esky Dubois.
The second milestone followed in July with the announcement of the nominations, showcasing the incredible breadth of talent across Bahrain. By the end of September, the excitement reached its peak as the top three nominees in each of the 19 categories were revealed. Following a recorded interview process led by Lini Reghunath and evaluated by the judges, the stage was set for public voting to begin.
This phase received an overwhelming response, with nearly 12,600 votes cast – an extraordinary testament to the community’s support.
The journey culminated on December 2, following Bahraini Women’s Day, at a glittering gala dinner at The Art Hotel & Resort, Amwaj. The stage was set for a night of celebration, bringing together trailblazers from fields including art, business, science and philanthropy. The event highlighted the achievements of 19 exceptional women, including Safeya Ali Mohamed Kanoo, who received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for her decades-long contributions to Bahrain’s cultural and charitable landscapes.
The winners spanned an array of categories:
- Art & Design: Leena Al Ayoobi
- Fashion: Nada Alawi
- Jewellery: Marwa AlHusaini
- Entertainment: Victoria Shaban
- Banking & Finance: Dr. Nasreen Al Qaseer
- Business: Pooran Alansari
- Innovation: Huda Radhi
- Architecture & Real Estate:
- Eman Mohamed Almannai
- Aviation: Hend Alawadhi
- Science & Engineering:
- Dr. Hanan Mubarak Albuflasa
- Health: Dr. Fatema Marhoon
- Hospitality: Maryam Al Maskati
- Education: Dr. Nehal El Naggar
- Philanthropy: Zahra Abdul Malek
- Beauty: Buthaina Alshomili
- Media: Dana Zubari
- Motoring: Safa Matar
- Sports: Nadeen Yateem
Guided by a rigorous selection process, assessed by five distinguished judges and audited by Russell Bedford Assure Audits & Assure Consulting under the guidance of Arun Balu Pazhayannur, the awards upheld the utmost transparency and credibility.
The esteemed judging panel for the Porsche Woman of the Year Awards 2024 Bahrain included Ahlam Janahi, Feryal Abdullah Nass, Hala Sulaiman, Professor Riyad Y. Hamzah and Seema Prem, whose collective expertise ensured a fair evaluation process, complemented by community-driven public voting.
The evening featured a keynote address by acclaimed international journalist Baria Alamuddin and dazzling entertainment, leaving attendees inspired.
The Porsche Woman of the Year Awards 2024 Bahrain was not just an event – it was a celebration of progress and a beacon for future generations, cementing its legacy in Bahrain’s history.
