Award Categories

TrailblazHER™ Businesswoman Award

Recognising women-led business owners employing up to ten persons in their start-up or SME.

Technology TrailblazHER Award

Powered by Intel, this award honours women who have made outstanding contributions in the field of technology, including software development, engineering, data science, digital innovation, or scientific research.

Sustainability TrailblazHER Award

Celebrating women who have made outstanding and measurable contributions to sustainability, through leadership, innovation, and lasting impact - powered by ESB.

TrailblazHER Community Hero Award

Supported by Jones Engineering, this award honours individuals who have made a significant and lasting social impact, either through their efforts in their workplace or in their community.

TrailblazHER Allyship Award

Shining a light on individuals who has gone above and beyond in mentoring, sponsoring, and advocating for women, helping them thrive in their careers, education, or personal development.

DEI TrailblazHER Award

Celebrating individuals or initiatives making a transformative impact in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) - powered by Fidelity Investments.

TU Dublin TrailblazHER Award

Spotlighting students at TU Dublin who embody the values of courage, leadership, inclusion, and positive change.

TrailblazHER Future Leaders Award

Powered by Deloitte, this award recognises women who demonstrate exceptional potential as a future leader in their field.

Trailblazing Alumna Award

Acknowledging the achievements of TU Dublin graduates in industry, academia and communities across Ireland and beyond.

Trailblazing Returners Awards

Acknowledging the resilience, ambition, and talent of women who have successfully re-entered the workforce after a career break.

DEI Research and Development Award

Recognising researchers and practitioners who make significant contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through research and development in their fields.

TrailblazHER of the Year Award

Awarding a nominee embodying the true spirit of a trailblazer.