Nominations are now open for the 2026 Victorian Honour Roll of Women.
We want to hear about women who have made a difference to their communities and have sparked change. Women who are history heroines, local champions, trailblazers, emerging leaders or change agents.
If this sounds like you or someone you know, nominate now! Self-nominations are encouraged too.
Victorian Honour Roll of Women inductees are a long line of strong, bold, brave, skilled, talented and creative women who have changed our world for the better.
They are the women who light the path, lead the way and inspire others to blaze new trails with them. There are outstanding women in every sector and aspect of our lives.
Meet some of the 2025 inductees
Last year, 4 outstanding older women were inducted across 3 categories.
Trailblazer Jenifer Lee was a pioneer in working with clients to co-design rehabilitation programs to meet the unique needs of women dealing with addiction.
Local Champion Maureen Mohr is a compassionate and tireless community leader who steps in whenever help is needed in Melton. She works with women escaping family violence, supports school Breakfast Clubs and is an Ageing Well Ambassador and active member of local arts and cultural committees.
Change Agent The Honourable Jennifer Coate AO has a lifelong commitment to legal and social justice, both personally and professionally. She was the first woman President of the Children’s Court of Victoria, first woman State Coroner in Victoria and a Royal Commissioner.
Local Champion Ana Rufatt-Ruiz is an exceptional community advocate who works tirelessly to support public housing residents, empowering them to stand up for their rights and helping vulnerable renters.
Nominate an exceptional woman today
Celebrating the contributions of Victorian women is one way of progressing gender equality in our state. By recognising these women publicly, we are showing girls and women what they can be – because if you can see it, you can be it.
The Victorian Honour Roll of Women is an esteemed tradition. Since 2001, more than 770 women have been honoured for their significant and lasting contribution to Victoria, Australia and beyond.
And now it’s time to nominate for 2026 – someone, or yourself!
A new category has been added this year – History Heroine. The five categories are:
History Heroine – A woman who has created Victorian history, making this great state what it is today. This is a posthumous category for women who have made a difference to Victoria in past years and deserve recognition for their legacy.
Local Champion – An unsung hero whose voluntary or professional contributions to their community deserve wider recognition.
Trailblazer – An inspiring role model leading the way for women in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Emerging Leader – A young woman redefining leadership in their chosen career, field or passion.
Change Agent – A woman who has made an enduring commitment to their field of expertise, interest or work that has brought about significant and lasting change.
Nominations close 11:59pm on Friday 20 March.
Help spread the word by printing out and displaying this poster:
2026 Victorian Honour Roll of Women poster
Nominate someone, or yourself, today! Go to: Victorian Honour Roll of Women Program |
Reviewed 02 March 2026