Host of national and regional award wins for MWOTY alumni
October has been a month of success and celebration for MWOTY alumni and supporters with a host of national and regional award wins. The 2025 Merseyside Independent Business Awards, which was founded by MWOTY Category Sponsor Morecrofts Solicitors, saw four wins from the MWOTY network. Thrive CIC, which was founded by MWOTY 2014 overall Woman […]
Liverpool’s Raise Up Youth Summit inspires young people to turn barriers into strengths
“I was just a minority everywhere I went… but it’s like a superpower.” That was the empowering message from entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies MBE at this year’s Raise Up Youth Summit, an event that brought together young people and employers from across the Liverpool City Region to explore how collaboration can tackle […]
Leanne Campbell revealed as MWOTY 2026 commère
Award-winning broadcaster and actress, Leanne Campbell, has been revealed as commère for the Merseyside Women of the Year (MWOTY) awards 2026. The prestigious award ceremony, which this year celebrated its 15th birthday, is the longest running on Merseyside and provides a platform for exceptional women from across the region to be seen, heard, and found. […]
Katumba Drumming – Global Majority/Melanated Beginners Sessions
Every Tuesday from 23rd Sep – 21 Oct 2025 (6:30-8.15pm) at the African Caribbean Centre, Liverpool. Those who attend will have the opportunity to join our regular Katumba Drumming & Movement Community Band! (nope, you don’t have to attend all sessions) Location: African Caribbean Centre Liverpool 1 Amberley Street Liverpool L8 1YJ A space of affinity […]
MWOTY 2025 finalist raises £3k for Clatterbridge Charity
MWOTY 2025 “Community Champion” finalist, Paula Johnson, has continued her incredible work, raising a further £3,000 for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity. Paula, owner of Sparkles Boutique, delivered another inclusive fashion show, raising £2,500 and an afternoon tea fundraiser that raised £500 – both events had a fabulous “Hats and High Tea” theme. Paula has […]
Joyful Offerings for Women’s Well-being
MWOTY 2022 alumni, Ithalia Johnson, is working with a host of partners to offer joyful activities for women’s wellbeing this autumn/winter – check out the exciting opportunities below! Dancing Queens Celebrate movement, connection, and joy! Every Thursday, 7–8pm, join Dancing Queens, hosted by the Black Women’s Health Forum at the African and Caribbean Centre, funded […]
Succeed: A Groundbreaking Platform Empowering Young People into Work and Education
Succeed, founded by multi-award-winning entrepreneur and winner of the MWOTY 2025 “Business Leader” category, Gillian Ashcroft, is transforming opportunities for young people aged 16–24, including care-experienced youth, young carers, and those not in education, employment, or training (NEET). The first-of-its-kind digital platform offers an all-in-one solution combining job search tools, CV building, mentoring, and accredited […]
The Positivitree: From Beneficiary to Peer Support Worker
We learn about one of The Positivitree’s fabulous volunteers and their journey of growth. The Positivitree is led by MWOTY 2025 finalist, CEO, Tamara Gilbert. “I first discovered The Positivitree during lockdown, when my teenage son was struggling with isolation and I had just been diagnosed with cancer. Life felt overwhelming. An online Colours wellbeing […]
Fazenda Festive Menus Are Here!
Our fabulous MWOTY supporter, Fazenda Liverpool, which hosts our finalists evening each year, has launched its festive menus, so we can celebrate the season in style! This festive season, Fazenda invites guests to celebrate with unforgettable dining experiences. Reservations are now open, with tables of up to 14 guests available to book directly online, while […]
Iconic CIC X Lumiere Charity Presents: Dare to Be Different Collective
Iconic CIC, led by MWOTY 2025 Social Impact Winner, Gemma Gosling, has joined forced with Lumiere Charity for Liverpool’s first ever Inclusive Showcase: Dare to Be Different Collective Bringing something truly inspiring to the Lumiere Charity Soft Play & Sensory Centre, this a one-of-a-kind fashion event that celebrates the creativity, confidence, and individuality of children and […]