Celebrating over a decade of empowerment and recognition with the Woman of Stature Awards

The Woman of Stature Awards South Africa is a prestigious accolade that stands apart from the numerous awards encountered in everyday life. With a legacy of over a decade, these awards are dedicated to recognising and honouring women who support one another, grow collectively, and make significant contributions to society.

The Awards have consistently recognised the achievements of women from diverse backgrounds, including different races, religions, and age groups. This diversity enriches the community, creating a robust network of alumni who continue to inspire and support each other.

The Woman of Stature Awards are distinguished by the strength of their community

This community of women shares ideas, learns from each other’s successes and failures, and collaborates to achieve personal and collective growth. It is this collective journey that has elevated the awards to their current stature, and it is expected to continue propelling them forward for many more decades.

The awards offer a unique journey of self-exploration. Unlike other accolades that simply present a medal, the Woman of Stature Awards require nominees to undergo an interview process that highlights their achievements. Many nominees are often surprised by the extent of their accomplishments, realising the significant impact of their work only through this reflective process.

The significance of technology in connecting people and the importance of being present and active in professional journeys is key in the process. Embrace the process and take pride in your achievements. This underscores that the Woman of Stature Awards are not just about competition but about self-discovery and recognising one’s value.

Charlotte du Plessis

At the launch of the 2025 Woman of Stature Awards, Charlotte du Plessis – the driving force behind Women of Stature – delivered an inspiring speech on dreaming bigger and the importance of perseverance. Citing Jackie Capers Brown, an executive coach, she said that dreaming bigger dreams and making progress towards them influences those around to be brave-hearted individuals become catalysts for change. Charlotte also stressed that age should never be a barrier to achieving one’s goals, highlighting that many successful companies were founded by people over 50.

The Woman of Stature Awards strive to elevate each woman’s brand and support her in every possible way. Dreaming bigger and striving for success is a continuous process, and mutual support within the community is essential.