EducatHer Awards
EducatHer Gala 2026: Awards of Distinction
Deadline to submit a nomination: January 5th, 2026
The EmpowerHer Award:
The EmpowerHer Award honors a woman who embodies EducatHer’s mission to uplift and empower women through education, mentorship, and advocacy. This award celebrates those who create opportunities, break barriers, and inspire others to pursue their goals with confidence and purpose.
Criteria: Demonstrates exceptional leadership in empowering women and girls. - Actively mentors or supports women in personal, academic, or professional growth. - Has made measurable contributions to advancing opportunity and access for women. - Serves as a role model who inspires others through action, compassion, and integrity.
The Rising EducatHer Mentee Award:
The Rising EducatHer Mentee Award recognizes a student or young woman who exemplifies growth, perseverance, and promise within the EducatHer Mentorship Program. This award highlights a mentee who has embraced mentorship, shown academic or personal progress, and demonstrated leadership among her peers.
Criteria: Actively participates in EducatHer mentoring programs and events. - Shows consistent personal, academic, or professional development. - Demonstrates initiative, integrity, and a positive attitude. - Serves as an inspiration to fellow mentees through commitment and engagement.
The Heart of Service Award:
The Heart of Service Award celebrates a woman whose generosity, volunteerism, and compassion embody the spirit of service that sustains EducatHer’s mission. This honoree goes above and beyond to make a lasting impact on the lives of others and the broader community.
Criteria: Demonstrates outstanding commitment to community service or philanthropy. - Consistently volunteers time, resources, or expertise to support others. - Reflects EducatHer’s core values of love, leadership, and legacy. - Makes a positive and measurable difference through service and advocacy.
The She Leads Award:
The She Leads Award honors a dynamic woman whose leadership and vision have created meaningful change in her community or profession. This award celebrates a trailblazer who leads with courage, authenticity, and purpose—empowering others to do the same.
Criteria: Demonstrates exemplary leadership in her field or community. - Advocates for women’s advancement and inclusion. - Serves as a mentor, innovator, or role model for others. - Embodies EducatHer’s values of empowerment, integrity, and impact.
Your contribution helps us honor and celebrate the incredible women and community members who embody the heart of EducatHer. All nominations will be carefully reviewed by the EducatHer board. The top two finalists for each category will be invited to attend the gala and award recipients will be announced at the Third Annual EducatHer Gala: A Valentine’s Affair – Love, Leadership, Legacy on February 7, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Murfreesboro. Deadline to submit a nomination: January 5th.