- By: asianwomen
The Asian Women of Achievement Awards, in association with NatWest, are pleased to announce the full shortlist for the 2017 awards. The talent of this year’s line-up is astounding. With candidates from all over the UK and with heritage from all over the world including Pakistan, India, Tibet, Sri Lanka, China, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Palestine, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Nepal and Vietnam, the 2017 shortlist is a true celebration of the Asian women in Britain today who are trailblazing a path for future generations across diverse sectors.
This year’s Asian Women of Achievement Awards will take place on May 10.
“We have received such a wide range of applications for our Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2017. From women working at the cutting edge of science to photographers, artists, business leaders and social workers, we are proud to provide a platform to celebrate such incredible talent and the positive impact of British-Asian women on our society today.”
Pinky Lilani CBE DL, Founder, Asian Women of Achievement Awards
“NatWest is proud to be a part of the Asian Women of Achievement Awards for the fifth consecutive year. As always, the shortlist this year showcases the incredible contribution that Asian women are making in the UK today. My congratulations to all those that have been shortlisted, they are fantastic role models already achieving tremendous success in their fields.”
Les Matheson, Chief Executive, Personal & Business Banking, RBS and NatWest