07/03/2026
It is with great pleasure that I, Charlotte du Plessis, as the founder and CEO of the Woman of Stature Awards, announce the official launch of the Woman of Stature Global Recognition Awards on this International Women's Day.
The Woman of Stature Global Awards is a prestigious extension of the Woman of Stature platform, created to recognize and celebrate South African women living and working abroad who are making a significant impact in their industries, professions, and communities worldwide.
While borders may change, purpose, excellence, and influence remain constant. These awards honor women who carry South African values, resilience, and leadership onto the global stage, serving as ambassadors of inspiration, innovation, and transformation.
Purpose:
The Woman of Stature Global Awards aim to:
🌟 Acknowledge South African women excelling internationally
across diverse industries
🌟 Celebrate global leadership, innovation, and community impact
🌟 Strengthen global connections between South Africa and its
diaspora
🌟 Inspire the next generation of women leaders locally and
internationally
🌟 Elevate stories of women who embody excellence, integrity,
and purpose beyond borders
Who the Awards Recognize:
The awards recognize South African-born women who:
🌟 Reside and work outside of South Africa
🌟 Demonstrate exceptional leadership, influence, or innovation in
their field
🌟 Make a measurable contribution to their industry, profession,
or community
🌟 Positively represent South African excellence on a global scale
🌟 Use their platforms to uplift, mentor, advocate, or create
meaningful change
🌟 Reinvest in South Africa by actively contributing to community
upliftment and national development.
Legacy & Impact:
The Woman of Stature Global Awards are more than just an awards ceremony—they are a movement. This initiative will:
🌟 Create a global network of South African women leaders
🌟 Encourage collaboration, mentorship, and cross-border
partnerships
🌟 Build an enduring legacy of South African excellence abroad
🌟 Position South Africa as a source of world-class female
leadership.
The search has begun for South African-born women who are world-class female leaders living and working abroad. Further announcements will follow this official launch release.