Awards
These acknowledgements celebrate the power of collaboration and the positive change we are driving across the NorthWest.
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Together, we are proud to be the difference.
Making a Difference Award
WINNER | University of Manchester 2025
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On the 8th of May 2025, Northwest Women in STEM's co-Founder Saba Khan was Highly Commended and recognised for her alumni contribution to Social Responsibility at University of Manchester’s Making a Difference Awards 2025.
BeProud Award
FINALIST | Manchester City Councils​ 2025
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On 20th June 2025 Northwest Women in STEM was named a finalist in the Manchester City Councils 2025 Be Proud Awards for Promoting Equality and Diversity. An incredible recognition in our first year!
Most Loved Community Award
FINALIST: I Love Manchester 2025
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NorthWest Women in STEM has been named a finalist for the Most-Loved Community Group category at the I Love Manchester Awards 2025. This recognition celebrates the heart of our mission: building a space where women thrive, connect, and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Emmeline Pankhurst Award
FINALIST: I Love Manchester 2025
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Saba Khan has been named a finalist for the Emmeline Pankhurst Award at the I Love Manchester Awards. This honour celebrates those breaking barriers and championing gender equality, women’s rights, and representation, and Saba’s tireless work empowering women in STEM across our region makes her a truly deserving nominee.