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The leading women society
Honoring the resilience, achievements, and commitment of women living fiercely with HIV.
Leading with Lived Experience
The Leading Women’s Society (LWS) is a movement of over 300 fearless women and female-identifying champions, united by their lived experiences with HIV.
Their stories pave the way for advocacy, education, and the dismantling of stigma—transforming challenges into channels of empowerment.
20/20
Leading Women's Society Awards Gala
Every year, the 20/20 Leading Women’s Society Awards Gala shines a spotlight on 20 extraordinary individuals who have made substantial impact in their community through public health education, entrepreneurship, faith-based outreach, healthcare, legal advocacy, and more.
This diverse sisterhood comes from varied backgrounds and age groups, but all share a common goal - to put an end to impacts of HIV.
Meet our 2025 honorees
Learn more about our HIV Sheroes
Meet our 2024 Inductees
Learn more about our HIV Sheroes
The Pandora Singleton Ally award
Dr. Adaora Alise Adimora, who passed away on January 1, 2024, was a champion for women in HIV research and a tireless advocate for health equity.
As a physician-epidemiologist at UNC Chapel Hill, she illuminated the social and structural factors driving HIV disparities, particularly among Black women.
Her groundbreaking work emphasized the impact of poverty, racism, and incarceration on HIV outcomes. Dr. Adimora served on numerous advisory boards, including the Presidential Advisory Committee on HIV/AIDS, and was elected to the National Academy of Medicine.
A dedicated mentor, she inspired countless students and colleagues in the US and globally.
Dr. Adimora's legacy lies in her unwavering commitment to addressing health inequities and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities.
She will be deeply missed.
Absolute Love Community Award
The Absolute Love Community Partner Award is a special acknowledgment to a community partner who has given at least 20 years of dedicated support for our programs for Women Living with HIV, such as the Leading Women’s Society.
2023's awardee is the Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta
Our Most Recent Gala
Relive the memories from the latest awards gala
LWS Over the Years
View photos from past events
