The National Diversity Awards

We know you may have questions about nominations, categories, eligibility and what happens next… so we’ve pulled together answers to some of the most common ones! Swipe → to find out more. Whether you’re thinking about nominating someone else or putting yourself forward, this is your opportunity to recognise the individuals, organisations and community groups making a real difference across the UK. If someone is creating impact, opening doors or helping others feel seen and supported… they deserve to be recognised! Nominations for the 2026 National Diversity Awards are now open. Don’t wait for someone else to nominate them! Submit your nomination today: /awards-2026/nominations/ If you have any questions not covered in this carousel, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our team is always happy to help! #NationalDiversityAwards #FAQ #NominationsOpen #CommunityImpact #PositiveRoleModel #DiversityAndInclusion #InclusionMatters #EqualityInAction #CelebrateChange #RecogniseImpact

Nominations have now officially closed, a huge thank you to everyone who took part! 🙌 If you’ve been nominated, there’s still time to gain support. Voting has been extended until 20th May, so don’t forget to share your profile and encourage others to show their support. Every vote counts. Wishing you the best of Luck! 💙 #NationalDiversityAwards #DiversityChampions #VoteNow

Nominees in the news 📰✨ We’re proud to see Celine Dyer from Ayr gaining national recognition following her National Diversity Awards 2026 nomination! Celine has been shortlisted in the Positive Role Model Award for Disability category, highlighting her inspiring work supporting neurodivergent individuals and communities. Through both her lived experience and professional work, Celine is helping to create spaces where people feel seen, heard and valued, driving meaningful change across her local community. This is what the National Diversity Awards are all about! Recognising individuals who turn personal experience into purpose. Who use their voice to uplift others. Who are creating real impact where it matters most. Because when stories like Celine’s are shared... They challenge assumptions They inspire others They help build a more inclusive society Read the article: /news/25994241.ayrs-celine-dyer-shortlisted-national-diversity-awards/ #NationalDiversityAwards #NomineesInTheNews #DisabilityInclusion #Neurodiversity #PositiveRoleModels #CommunityImpact #InclusionMatters #DiversityAndInclusion #CelebrateChange #Inspiration

Nominations have now officially closed, a huge thank you to everyone who took part! 🙌 If you’ve been nominated, there’s still time to gain support. Voting has been extended until 20th May, so don’t forget to share your profile and encourage others to show their support. Every vote counts. Wishing you the best of Luck! 💙 #NationalDiversityAwards #DiversityChampions #VoteNow

Nominations for the National Diversity Awards 2026 are now officially CLOSED! A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a nomination, share a story and shine a light on the individuals, organisations and community groups creating real change across the UK. Every nomination represents impact. Every story represents courage, commitment and community. We have been incredibly moved by the volume of nominations received and the powerful work taking place across the country! Although nominations are now closed…Voting will remain open until 20th May! There is still time to show your support and help celebrate the people making a difference! Cast your vote here: /awards-2026/nominations/ Thank you for helping us recognise and celebrate inclusion, equality and positive change! #NationalDiversityAwards #NominationsClosed #VoteNow #CommunityImpact #InclusionMatters #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #PositiveRoleModels #CelebrateChange #LastChance

THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO NOMINATE! Nominations for the 2026 National Diversity Award's close at 4pm today. This is your final chance to submit yours! Across the UK, incredible individuals, organisations and community groups are creating real change every day. Now is the moment to make sure their impact is recognised! Don’t wait. Don’t assume. Don’t miss it. Submit your nomination before 4pm: /awards-2026/nominations/ Voting will remain open until 20th May, so there’s still time to show your support! Recognition amplifies voices. It celebrates impact. It inspires more change. Let’s make these final hours count! #NationalDiversityAwards #FinalHours #LastChance #NominationsClosing #InclusionMatters #RecogniseExcellence #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #ActNow

NOMINATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW! This is your last chance to recognise the individuals, organisations and community groups creating real change across the UK! The people challenging inequality. The teams supporting others. The organisations building more inclusive communities. Their stories deserve to be seen! Don’t assume someone else will nominate them. And if it’s you making the impact… self-nominations are encouraged! Submit your nomination now before it's too late: /awards-2026/nominations/ Recognition matters. It amplifies voices. It inspires progress. It shows what’s possible. Let’s make sure no story is left untold! #NationalDiversityAwards #FinalCall #NominationsClosing #LastChance #InclusionMatters #RecogniseExcellence #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #ActNow

2 DAYS TO GO! Time is running out... Nominations for the National Diversity Awards 2026 close in just 48 hours! Across the UK, individuals and organisations are creating real, meaningful change every single day. Challenging inequality. Supporting communities. Making a difference where it matters most. But if they’re not nominated… their impact may go unseen! Don’t leave it to someone else. And if it’s you making the impact, don’t hesitate to self-nominate! Submit your nomination now: /awards-2026/nominations/ Recognition amplifies voices. It inspires action. It shows what’s possible. Let’s make sure no story is missed! #NationalDiversityAwards #NominationsClosing #LastChance #InclusionMatters #RecogniseExcellence #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #PositiveRoleModels #ActNow

Calling all community organisations creating change across multiple areas of inclusion! This is your moment to be recognised! The Community Organisation Award (Multi-Strand) at the National Diversity Awards celebrates groups, charities and voluntary organisations making a meaningful impact across more than one area of diversity. Whether you’re: • Supporting diverse communities across race, gender, disability, LGBTQ+ and more • Creating inclusive spaces that reflect intersectional identities • Delivering programmes that tackle multiple barriers at once • Building understanding across different communities and lived experiences • Driving inclusion in a way that recognises people are not defined by one identity Your work matters. And too often, that impact goes unseen. If your organisation is creating real, wide-reaching change, don’t wait for someone else to nominate you…Self-nominations are encouraged! You know the difference you’re making. You see the impact every day. You deserve to have that work recognised on a national stage! Nominate yourself today: /awards-2026/nominations/ Let’s celebrate the organisations building truly inclusive communities that reflect the full diversity of society! #NationalDiversityAwards #CommunityOrganisation #MultiStrand #Intersectionality #NominationsOpen #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #RecogniseExcellence #InclusiveCommunities

3 DAYS TO GO! Nominations for the National Diversity Awards 2026 close in just 72 hours! Across the UK, people are creating real change every day... Supporting communities. Challenging inequality. Opening doors for others. But recognition doesn’t happen by accident. If someone has made an impact, this is your moment to make sure their story is seen! And if that someone is you…self-nominations are encouraged too! Don’t wait. Don’t assume. Don’t miss the deadline. Submit your nomination now: /awards-2026/nominations/ Because behind every nomination is a story that deserves to be heard! #NationalDiversityAwards #NominationsClosing #LastChance #InclusionMatters #RecogniseExcellence #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #PositiveRoleModels #ActNow

Nominees in the news 📰✨ We’re proud to see Ellise Hollie Hayward gaining recognition following her National Diversity Awards 2026 nomination for her incredible work driving community inclusion! Ellise’s story is one of resilience, determination and impact. Born with cerebral palsy and told she may never communicate, she now uses eye-gaze technology to share her voice, inspiring audiences across the UK and beyond. From speaking in Parliament to raising awareness through media and education, Ellise is helping to challenge perceptions, break down barriers and create a more inclusive society for disabled people. This is what the National Diversity Awards are all about! Recognising individuals who turn personal experience into purpose. Who use their voice to uplift others. Who are driving real change within their communities. Because when stories like Ellise’s are shared, they do more than inspire... They shift understanding. They challenge assumptions. They create progress. Read the article: /news/26026144.ellise-hollie-hayward-nominated-national-diversity-award/ Know someone making a difference in their community? Submit your nomination today: /awards-2026/nominations/ Let’s continue celebrating the people creating meaningful change across the UK! #NationalDiversityAwards #NomineesInTheNews #CommunityInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #InclusionMatters #PositiveRoleModels #CelebrateChange #DiversityAndInclusion #Inspiration #EqualityInAction

Calling all community organisations driving change for LGBTQ+ inclusion... This is your moment to be recognised! The Community Organisation Award (LGBT) at the National Diversity Awards celebrates groups, charities and voluntary organisations making a meaningful impact in creating safer, more inclusive communities for LGBTQ+ people. Whether you’re: • Creating safe spaces and support networks • Championing LGBTQ+ rights and visibility • Supporting mental health and wellbeing • Educating communities and challenging discrimination • Advocating for equality and inclusion across all identities Your work matters. And too often, that impact goes unseen! If your organisation is creating real change, don’t wait for someone else to nominate you… Self-nominations are encouraged! You know the difference you’re making. You see the impact every day. You deserve to have that work recognised on a national stage! Nominate yourself today: /awards-2026/nominations/ Let’s celebrate the organisations building more inclusive, supportive communities for LGBTQ+ people everywhere! #NationalDiversityAwards #CommunityOrganisation #LGBTQInclusion #NominationsOpen #CommunityImpact #EqualityInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #RecogniseExcellence #InclusiveCommunities #Pride