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Leading with Courage: Women Driving Sustainability in Turbulent Times

In a world shaped by geopolitical upheaval, economic instability, and a worsening climate crisis, courage is no longer optional—it is essential. The SustainabilityX® Magazine is proud to announce the call for nominations for the 4th annual Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™ 2025, celebrating the extraordinary women leading with courage to create a more sustainable and just future.

This year’s theme, "Leading with Courage," honours the resilience, strength, and vision of women who continue to drive sustainability forward, even amid uncertainty and resistance. From tackling environmental challenges to advocating for social equity, these women are proving that courageous leadership is the foundation of a truly sustainable world.

Why This Theme Matters Now

In 2025, the stakes for sustainability have never been higher. Geopolitical conflicts, economic downturns, and increasing hostility toward climate action are threatening hard-won progress. Yet, in the face of these challenges, women are stepping up—crafting bold policies, building resilient economies, and ensuring that sustainability remains at the heart of decision-making.

Women bring collaborative, solution-driven leadership that is critical in these uncertain times. Their contributions extend beyond boardrooms and government offices to grassroots movements, corporate strategies, technological innovations, and global policymaking. This year, we celebrate the women who are not just weathering the storm but reshaping the world for the better.

In a world where misogynistic power structures, economic volatility, and political regression threaten to derail sustainability progress, women’s leadership is a force of resilience, ingenuity, and transformation. From advocating for climate justice to leading sustainable business innovations, these women are pioneering solutions that hold the key to a just and regenerative future.

 

Reflecting on the urgency of courageous leadership, Supriya Verma, visionary founder of The SustainabilityX® Magazine and a global advocate for women in sustainability, shares:

 

"Courage is not just about standing firm—it’s about standing forward. Women in sustainability today are not merely holding the line; they are pushing it forward, reshaping industries, economies, and societies. The future of sustainability depends on those who lead not in comfort, but in crisis—with unwavering conviction, innovation, and purpose."

 

At The SustainabilityX® Magazine, our core mission is to spotlight the trailblazing efforts of women who are breaking barriers, driving systemic change, and redefining leadership in sustainability. This year, "Leading with Courage" calls us to honour the women who are not only navigating the challenges of our time but also forging new paths with fearless conviction and groundbreaking solutions.

 

"The 2025 theme, 'Leading with Courage,' reflects our deep belief in the power of women to drive change, even in the most turbulent of times. Sustainability is not just about preserving what we have; it is about building what is possible. And the women we honour this year are at the helm of that transformation," Verma concludes.

Who Are We Looking For?

We seek women leaders in sustainability who:

  • Defy the odds by advancing sustainability despite economic, political, or social barriers.

  • Create solutions that promote environmental resilience, social justice, and economic stability.

  • Lead with vision by fostering inclusivity, innovation, and bold action in their fields.

  • Champion equity by ensuring that sustainability is accessible and impactful for all.

If you know a woman who embodies courageous leadership in sustainability, or if you see yourself in this role, we encourage you to submit a nomination today.

Nomination Details:

  • Launch Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025

  • Early Bird Offer: 25% discount on the $199 nomination fee until March 28, 2025. Use code: SUSTX25

  • Final Deadline: Nominations close on May 16, 2025

How to Nominate:

  1. Visit our nomination form here.

  2. Complete the form, sharing how the nominee exemplifies courageous leadership in sustainability.

  3. Submit your nomination along with the applicable fee.

Why Nominate?

By nominating a woman leader, you:

  • Recognize and amplify the trailblazing women driving global sustainability.

  • Contribute to a growing movement that elevates women’s leadership in sustainability.

  • Inspire the next generation of courageous women to step up and lead.

Together, let's celebrate the women shaping our future and ensure that sustainability remains a force for change, no matter the challenges ahead.

👉 Submit your nomination today by filling the form below and be part of this global movement!

For inquiries, contact: info@sustainabilityx.co

  • Learn more about 2024's awardees here. View 2024's official press release here

  • Learn more about 2023's awardees here. View 2023's official press release here

  • Learn more about 2022's awardees here. View 2022's official press release here.

For information regarding award programs:

info@sustainabilityx.co

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