African Union 2021 Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders

Nominations are now open to recognize and celebrate exceptional African female leaders.

Inspired by the African Union Charters, policies, strategies and commitment towards an Africa that is free of discrimination against women and girls; a vision for women empowerment and a continent where gender equality is a reality, the upcoming book will feature senior and young African women whose leadership has been exceptional and outstanding.

• Table of Content
• About African Union
• Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders
• Aim and Benefits of Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders
• Requirements for Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About African Union

The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent. It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU, 1963-1999). The main objectives of the OAU were to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonisation and apartheid; to promote unity and solidarity amongst African States; to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development; to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States and to promote international cooperation... read more... continue reading

Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders

Aim and Benefits of Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders

The award is partially funded.

Requirements for Documenting Stories and Contributions of African Female Leaders Qualification

 Nominees must be female citizens of African Union Member States. There is no age limit, the book will document the achievements of young and seasoned leaders across generations.

Nominees will be women and girl leaders from Africa that have demonstrated dedication, commitment and passion to their cause and made an impact in the following fields;

• Finance, social mobilization, Governance, law, Peace and Security and Human Rights
• Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition, and Entrepreneurship
• Creative industries (arts, culture, heritage, literature) and Sports
• Health in general and women’s and adolescent health specifically.
• Humanitarian action, philanthropy,
• Gender issues: gender equality and empowerment of women, GBV, SGBV and protection of women and girls
• Social sciences, humanities
• Science, Technology and Innovation, Engineering and Mathematics
• Education
• Environment and climate change
• Infrastructure and Energy

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Before you submit your nomination please read the nomination criteria carefully.

Nominations must be submitted by filling and emailing a completed form. 

• Self-nominations are welcome. Moreover, anyone can nominate an African woman, young or seasoned, who has shown stellar leadership in the above fields.
• Nomination of women and girl leaders who have made a difference at grassroots level is encouraged.
• Nominations of female leaders living in rural areas, refugees and displaced women as well as, women living with disabilities are encouraged.
• Nominations will be adjudicated with consideration for geographic balance to ensure fair representation of all regions of Africa.
• Nominations can be submitted in English, Arabic, Portuguese and French.
• Nominations should be accurate, comprehensive and complete to inform the evaluation of the nomination.
• Nominees should send the most recent photo that will be published in the compendium, Nominees personal information including email and phone number should be indicated in the submission temple.

To apply, download the forms using the link and complete. All forms should be submitted to [[email protected]]. For any inquiries write to [[email protected]]

For more details, visit African Union website.