Croatian Women
Globally Connected
industries and continents through meaningful relationships
and transformative opportunities.
About the Award
From preserving culture to shaping our future, Croatian women have always led with strength and courage.
Our award, inspired by the Glagolitic letter “ž”, honors their resilience and impact.
Crafted from aluminum and stone, it’s a modern symbol of women’s timeless influence—a gift to their communities and a reminder that their contributions matter.
Nomination process
and courage. Our award, representing the first letter of the Crown for Ž (žena), honors their resilience and
impact. Crafted from aluminum and stone, it’s a modern symbol of women’s timeless influence
—a gift to their communities globally and a reminder that their contributions matter.
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Nominations
CWol Awards welcome nominations from the global Croatian community, recognizing women leaders and emerging changemakers across professions. Nominations open each September, are free of charge, submitted online, and accessible worldwide.
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RESEARCH & VERIFICATION
CWol Awards welcome nominations from the global Croatian community, recognizing women leaders and emerging changemakers across professions. Nominations open each September, are free of charge, submitted online, and accessible worldwide.
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PROCESSING
CWol Awards welcome nominations from the global Croatian community, recognizing women leaders and emerging changemakers across professions. Nominations open each September, are free of charge, submitted online, and accessible worldwide.
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WINNERS & CELEBRATION
CWol Awards welcome nominations from the global Croatian community, recognizing women leaders and emerging changemakers across professions. Nominations open each September, are free of charge, submitted online, and accessible worldwide.
Criteria
Croatian Citizenship
Nominees need to have Croatian affiliation by birth, heritage, marriage, naturalized
16+ years of age
Nominees must be sixteen years old or older at submission time.
Leadership
Nominees are recognized for their ability to lead with vision, integrity, and impact. They guide, mentor, and inspire others, setting an example through their achievements and commitment to advancing the Croatian community worldwide.
Innovation
Nominees are recognized for their ability to lead with vision, integrity, and impact. They guide, mentor, and inspire others, setting an example through their achievements and commitment to advancing the Croatian community worldwide.
Creativity
Nominees are recognized for their ability to lead with vision, integrity, and impact. They guide, mentor, and inspire others, setting an example through their achievements and commitment to advancing the Croatian community worldwide.
Inspiration
Nominees are recognized for their ability to inspire others through their actions, achievements, and leadership. They serve as role models within the Croatian community and beyond, motivating others to pursue their goals, embrace their heritage, and make a positive impact in their fields and communities.
Engagement
Nominees are recognized for their active presence — in their communities, professions, and networks. They build meaningful connections, open doors for others, and show up for initiatives that empower, support, and uplift those around them. A shining example of this is the Friendly Cro community, a warm and vibrant Croatian diaspora network that brings people together no matter where life has taken them.
Influence
Nominees are recognized for their integrity, resilience, and authenticity. They demonstrate strong values in both personal and professional life, earning the respect and admiration of their communities while making a lasting positive impact.