The annual event, now in its 22nd year, raises cash for Wheatfields Hospice in Leeds and honours the region's women.

Last year more than £40,000 was raised in just one afternoon, enough to run the hospice, which depends on charity funding to keep going, for a week

This year a crowd or around 600 women is expected at the Royal Armouries where the event will be held in Saviles Hall on June 27 – there are still tickets available but they are selling fast.

The awards ceremony honours women from the region who have made a difference and improved the lives of others.

Past winners have included cancer sufferer Jane Tomlinson, Coronation Street actress Liz Dawn and Hull Rugby League chairwoman Kathryn Hetherington.

The original idea, back in 1986, was to set aside a day which would applaud the triumphs of the region's women and raise cash for charity.

It has succeeded beyond all expectations.

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Every year since then, hundreds of women have descended on Leeds to celebrate some extraordinary achievements.

Remarkable women have been honoured; women who have changed things for the better, been inspirational role models to others and worked long and hard behind the scenes.

To make sure the most deserving women receive recognition, the search is now on for women across the region who have made a difference to other people's lives, either by their own actions or by inspiring others.

Do you know an inspirational woman?

Organisers are looking for as many nominations as possible so if you know an inspirational woman, let them know.

Business: Nominees may have demonstrated achievement through starting and/or running their own business; or have paved the way for other women while working as an employee within an organisation; or have had to overcome obstacles on the road to success.

Unsung Heroine: Nominees will have contributed in various ways to their local or wider community and may never have had their efforts acknowledged. Their contributions will have made a difference to other people's lives.

Education: Nominees may be educators whose skills, commitment and encouragement have allowed others to achieve beyond expectations. Or they may have benefited from education in any form, possibly achieving against the odds as a result.

Jane Tomlinson Award: Nominees will have shown courage or determination in the face of adversity or personal difficulties, standing out as an inspiration to others.