The Women of Iron initiative honored 18 Israeli women for lifesaving and heroic efforts following the October 7 massacre, including bereaved mothers, a former hostage, and a border officer.

The "Women of Iron" group was founded by Israeli women—many of them mothers, reservists’ spouses, professionals, and activists—who believed that Israeli and international discussions after October 7 were sidelining Israel’s security needs, moral clarity, and national resolve.