Women in Planning Network WA Awards

WA

About the Awards

The Awards recognises the outstanding leadership and achievements from established and emerging female professionals based in WA, who demonstrates a holistic and long-term commitment to diversity within the planning profession and related built environment sectors. Two award categories exist:

Leadership Award
Proudly sponsored by Shape Urban this award seeks to recognise the outstanding achievements and leaderships by a female professional from across the planning and allied sectors. For further information, see the award's brochure.

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Achiever Award
Proudly sponsored by the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage, this award recognises the contributions of an emerging female professional who is delivering outstanding achievements and building a profile as a future leader. For further information, see the award’s brochure.

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These Awards are supported by the PIA WA but are separate from the annual PIA WA Awards for Excellence.

Why you should nominate

Nominating yourself or a colleague for an award is not just an act of recognition but a powerful affirmation of contributions, dedication, and positive impact. It highlights the nominee's achievements, showcasing their excellence in the workplace, community, and planning industry.

By nominating yourself or a colleague, you help to inspire others, set standards of excellence, and encourage a culture of appreciation, and celebration. Awards not only acknowledge the hard work and talent of the recipient but also motivate others to strive for similar success.

Winner Benefits:

Recognition as the WPN WA Leadership / Achiever Award winner for 2026;
Unlocking opportunities to speak at events and build your profile;
Complementary attendance at all WPN WA Events for 12 months;
A full (complementary) registration at the PIA WA State Conference (both metro and regional based conferences); and
Two (2) mentoring sessions with recognised female industry leaders.

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