It is reported by the press service of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).
The short list includes Briton Dina Escher-Smith (running), Kenyana Beatrice Chepkoich (Running), Colombian Catherine Ibarguen (long jump), Bahamas spokeswoman Shaona Miller-Uibo (Running) and Belgian Nafissatu Tiam (all-round).
The award ceremony will be held on December 4 in Monaco.
Earlier it was reported that to restore ARA, you must fulfill the last criterion.