Academy for Women of Achievement ↘

33rd AWA Induction Ceremony: October 28, 2025 - Renaissance Nashville Hotel

5:00 - 6:00 PM | Reception
6:00 - 7:30 PM | Program & Dinner

The Academy for Women of Achievement (AWA) celebrates extraordinary women in Middle Tennessee for their career success, community service, and leadership. Aligned with YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee's mission, AWA honorees are committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, and advancing peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Nominations Committee

Christie Wilson: Committee Co-Chair
Susan Wright: Committee Co-Chair
Sunny Bray
Sean Henry
Rita Johnson-Mills
J. Sheats

Nominations are NOW OPEN!!

Submit below.

For more information or questions regarding the forms, please email: stephanie.grace@ywcanashville.com

Corporate Nomination

Individual nomination

Renomination

Since 1992, YWCA has inducted 198 women and 35 organizations into the prestigious Academy for Women of Achievement. The AWA program is an inspiring and time-honored tradition. It also serves as a primary fundraiser for the 125-year-old nonprofit. Proceeds fund lifesaving and life-changing programs including the Weaver Domestic Violence Center, Girls Inc., AMEND Together, the Family Learning Center, and Dress for Success Nashville.

33rd AWA Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities!

In-Kind Sponsor

Join YWCA in celebrating the contributions of extraordinary women in our community by sponsoring the 33rd AWA in fall 2025.
Contact Michele Harrell for more information: michele.harrell@ywcanashville.com