NOMINATIONS are open for inspirational women from Lewisham, Greenwich and Southwark to be honoured at an awards ceremony organised by the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust.

The Stephen Lawrence Women’s Awards, marking International Women’s Day, will be held at Goldsmiths on March 7 and will see a handful of woman nominated by the community and receiving prizes.

Baroness Doreen Lawrence said: "There are many women and young people who do great things in their local community and beyond.

"Last year’s event highlighted some of the phenomenal women in our community and this year we want to give a platform for many more to be recognised for the valuable work they do and achievements they have obtained."

The six categories to enter are entrepreneur, volunteer, outstanding individual, group/team acheivement, young acheiver and young volunteer.

To nominate someone visit stephenlawrence.org.uk or email Rachel.wicks@stephenlawrence.org.uk for a nomination form.