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.
NOVI Leadership Summit
FINALIST: Social Impact Award 2025
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​On Friday 21 November 2025, NorthWest Women in STEM were recognised for driving social impact in STEM education and female leadership. Hosted by Arti Halai (former ITV Television Presenter) and organised by Griselda Togobo (founder and CEO of WeAreNOVI), the event was spectacular.