Celebrate the changemakers. Fuel the momentum. Be part of a fairer future.

Around the world, the backlash against women’s rights is gaining force. But on Thursday 16th October, we gather to resist, to uplift, and to honour those boldly moving us forward.

The UN Women UK Awards are a powerful evening of recognition, celebration, and community. Now in their seventh year, the Awards spotlight individuals and organisations across the UK driving real, tangible progress for gender equality — from grassroots organisers to corporate trailblazers — whilst supporting women and girls in urgent crisis through the Women's Emergency Fund.

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with:

🌟 Inspiring stories from our Award winners and nominees across six powerful categories

🎤 Special performances from women artists using their voice to demand change

💬 Surprise guests and moments that will stir your spirit

🍽️ Relaxed three-course meal from a women-owned caterer

🥂 Drinks and connection in a vibrant, uplifting setting

✨ A chance to dress up — fun partywear encouraged

🌍 Support for the Women’s Emergency Fund, showing up for women in crisis situations

Kianja

A soulful London artist weaving R&B, Jazz and Pop into powerful songs. Her music has been featured on Spotify playlists including New Music Friday and R&B UK, with airplay on BBC Radio and 1Xtra. She recently performed on the All Points East Festival stage and has lit up venues from Ronnie Scotts to Jazz Cafe.

Sophia Thakur

A multi-award-winning poet and now makes her highly anticipated debut as a recording artist. She has sold out headline shows at The Jazz Cafe, Bush Hall, Omeara, and The Lower Third, as well as graced world-renowned stages including Glastonbury and The Royal Albert Hall. Described by Vogue as “one of the most adored poets of our time” and hailed by the BBC as “The Poet of this Generation,” her Art tackles mental health, identity, and empowerment with viral reach and global impact.

DJ NIMARO

Born in East Africa and raised in London, DJ NIMARO’s upbringing infuses her DJ sets with a rich blend of cultural influences and storytelling through her curiosity for new sounds. Weaving deep cuts and popular hits from everywhere from Cairo to Seoul via Kingston, DJ NIMARO shares songs that make you want to move.

Futunity UK

A leading Dance Academy in London, inspiring dancers of all ages to move, express, and shine. Featured on Britain’s Got Talent and more recently performing at the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final, a troupe of their competitive champions will be performing for us on the night.

At a time when misogyny is rising, the Awards are more than a ceremony — they’re a symbol of hope, defiance, and determination.

This is your invitation to stand alongside the changemakers, celebrate bold action, and be energised by the stories that prove progress is not just possible — it’s already happening.

Because real change starts with moments like this.

Your ticket supports the Women’s Emergency Fund, showing up for women and girls in urgent crisis

The Fund makes donations available that can be rapidly channeled to UN Women’s teams on the ground, supporting the women and girls who need it most urgently.

When a crisis happens, it allows us to get immediate support to women and girls on the ground. Whether that be climate-related disasters, conflict resulting in gender-based violence, or poverty and disease threatening women’s ability to survive.

An unforgettable venue in the heart of Regent Street

This year’s Awards take place at SOOO London, the UK’s first-ever women’s sport hub — a bold, immersive space in the heart of Regent Street.

Featuring curated women-led brands, creative activations, and standout design, SOOO offers the perfect backdrop to celebrate changemakers, courage, and community.

More than a ticket, you're fuelling change for all women and girls

Your ticket directly supports our Women’s Emergency Fund helping us act fast for women and girls in their moments of most urgent need. So far, the fund has helped us show up for women in places such as Pakistan, Turkey and Syria. You can help us go even further.

🎟️ Your ticket: £120

🤝 Pay it forward: Help cover the cost for someone who wouldn’t otherwise be able to attend

💛 Add a donation at checkout to send extra support to women and girls in crisis around the world

🎁 Top up the Women’s Emergency Fund when you buy a raffle ticket, with prizes from brands including a £500 voucher from Matilde Jewellery, £200 pair of Rothy’s shoes, £195 Pom Larson voucher and a £150 voucher from Subdued

Whether you’re coming with colleagues, friends, or solo, this is an evening to connect, celebrate and be inspired by hope.

Spaces are limited – reserve your ticket now

Let’s honour those who are pushing back against the pushback, amplifying silenced voices, standing in solidarity and showing up, even when it’s hard.

Our Award recipients have done exactly that.

You’ll meet them this October.

SOOO London is wheelchair accessible. There is a wheelchair-accessible lift and no steps or hurdles throughout the space either, so everyone can move smoothly throughout.