Louise Hay Awards
The Louise Hay Awards honor women making outstanding and lasting contributions to mathematics education, presented annually by the Association for Women in Mathematics.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (nomination deadline for Louise Hay Award; annual nomination period April 1–May 15, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 honorarium, certificate, and recognition at the Joint Mathematics Meetings (one recipient annually)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding contributions by a woman to mathematics education, broadly defined, with an annual award.
Key Information: Open to women of any nationality; nominations encouraged for underrepresented minorities; self-nominations allowed.
Description
The Louise Hay Award, presented by the Association for Women in Mathematics, honors women who have made exceptional contributions to mathematics education in its broadest sense. Named after mathematician and educator Louise Hay, the award seeks to highlight the importance of mathematics teaching, mentorship, and educational leadership. It is presented annually at the Joint Mathematics Meetings and celebrates achievements that advance mathematics education and foster a deeper appreciation for the discipline.
