Billboard Latin Women in Music

Billboard Latin Women in Music is an annual event presented by Billboard magazine for "groundbreaking women who are shaping the future of Latin music". The event was created in 2023 as a "response to an exploding Latin music business that crossed borders and continents but was united in language and repertoire". Since its inception, the event has been broadcast by Telemundo.

Ana Gabriel, Emilia, Evaluna Montaner, Goyo, Thalía, and Shakira were among the first honorees at the inaugural event, with the latter being named Woman of the Year. Karol G and Selena Gomez, who have won Woman of the Year in 2024 and 2025 respectively, were also named Woman of the Year at the all-genre Billboard Women in Music awards in 2024 and 2017, respectively.

The Woman of the Year Award is presented to a "female artist who has demonstrated exceptional success, leadership and cultural influence in the music industry and beyond".

The Legend Award is presented to artists who have left a "unique and immeasurable legacy and have significantly impacted the industry throughout their careers with their musical work".

The Rising Star Award recognizes "an emerging talent’s success in growing their musical prowess and solidifying their place in the industry".

The Visionary Award is presented to an artist for "developing a sound and aesthetic that are intensely personal, are all her own, and cross genres and styles".

The Tradition and Future Award is presented to an artist for "maintaining alive the musical and artistic tradition of her family".

The Musical Dynasty Award is presented an artist for "continuing the legacy of an emblematic family".

The Agent of Change Award is presented to an artist for "shining a positive light through her music and activism on equal rights".

The Global Powerhouse Award is presented to an artist for their "indelible contributions in the Latin pop field for more than three decades".

The Global Impact Award is presented to an artist who has an "exceptional ability to connect with audiences worldwide, not only through their music but also by positively influencing popular culture, as well as serving as ambassadors of Latin culture on a global scale".

The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an artist for their musical trajectory.

The Spirit of Change Award is presented to an artist who "drives positive change within music, society and beyond entertainment".

The Pioneer Award is presented to an artist who "pioneered new paths, broken barriers and inspired future generations through their innovative artistry, cultural impact and enduring legacy".

The Vanguard Award is presented to an artist for their "groundbreaking contributions to Latin pop".

The Impact Award is presented to an artist for their "extraordinary contributions to the music industry and society".

The Unstoppable Artist Award is presented to an artist for their "sustained influence in the music industry".

The Unbreakable Award is presented for "collaboration between Latin women artists who have made an indelible impact on the music industry".

The Evolution Award is presented to an artist who has "demonstrated exceptional growth, transformation, and innovation throughout their artistic journey, and an enduring impact and commitment to evolving their vision and voice".

The Artistic Excellence Award is presented to an artist whose "work is defined by exceptional craftsmanship, consistency, and a distinct creative identity".

• Leading Ladies of Entertainment, a similar award presented by the Latin Recording Academy
• List of media awards honoring women
• Women in Latin music