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Celebrating Achievements of Women During Waste Reduction Week

Celebrating Achievements of Women During Waste Reduction Week

In October 2022, to celebrate Waste Reduction Week (October 17 to 23), the OWMA Women of Waste (WoW) are looking to showcase the achievements of women who are making an impact in waste reduction and diversion and the circular economy by highlighting their experience, influence, and achievements. To nominate yourself or someone else, please provide the following information to OWMA by Friday, September 23: 

  • Your/your nominee’s name, current role, and organization name: 
  • Describe:
    • How you/your nominee are involved in waste reduction and diversion and the circular economy
    • What impact (locally, nationally, or globally) have you/your nominee made as a result of your/their work
    • How you/your nominee inspires others in this field or the community
    • Do you have any advice or words of encouragement as a result of your experience?
    • What would you like others to know about what you do?

We welcome submissions that reflect a diverse range of involvement in waste diversion and the circular economy. You or the nominated individual do not need to have professional experience to submit a nomination. The selected nominee will be asked to provide a photo for the showcase. We look forward to hearing from you! Please note that by submitting your nomination, you consent to the OWMA posting your name and content on the OWMA WoW webpage


 September 12, 2022