Vicky Phelan is set to receive the Freedom of Limerick.
The cancer campaigner will be honoured for her work in "uncovering the Cervical Check scandal and her tireless support of other women who have been affected and are fighting for justice", Limerick City and County Council have said.
The decision follows a special meeting of Limerick City and County Council where there was unanimous agreement to Mayor David Butler's nomination.
Mr Butler said: "Vicky is an inspiration. She has faced and continues to face her health challenges head-on, with a drive and determination that has garnered the respect and admiration of all."
Accepting the nomination from the Mayor, Vicky Phelan said “I would be absolutely honoured and delighted to accept your offer of bestowing on me the title of Freedom of Limerick, for two reasons. The first being that, there have only been four women before me who have been honoured with this title, and secondly, I am a very proud blow-in from Kilkenny who has made her home in Limerick.
"I have always felt welcomed and accepted in Limerick, ever before I became this public figure so I would be absolutely thrilled to accept the offer.”
Other names to have been awarded the Freedom of Limerick include President Michael D Higgins, rugby legend Paul O'Connell, Terry Wogan and Pope John Paul II.
The official ceremony will take place in the New Year when restrictions allow it to.
