Think Equity Diversity Inclusion
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Award sponsors
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Event Information
During the afternoon you can expect:
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3 Course Lunch
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Instant Wellbeing Session
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Live Music and Cultural Acts
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Gift bag for each guest
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Professional Networking
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and of course the Awards Ceremony, crowning our 2024 diversity and inclusion champions.
Award Categories
Awards for Businesses and Organisations
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Inclusive Social Enterprise Award
This award celebrates a social enterprise that goes above and beyond to promote inclusivity and create positive social impact. It recognizes an organization committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse and underserved communities, breaking down barriers to access, opportunity, and engagement.
Judges will be looking for an enterprise that demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive practices—whether through employment, services, community initiatives, or collaborations. This award honors those who are setting the standard for inclusivity in social enterprise, with a focus on tangible outcomes, innovative approaches, and a lasting impact on the lives of those they serve.
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Inclusive Charity Award
This award celebrates a charity that exemplifies inclusion at its core, making a profound difference by embracing diversity and championing equal opportunities. It honors an organization that prioritizes accessible services, fosters a welcoming environment, and ensures that all voices are heard—regardless of background, ability, or identity.
Judges will seek a charity that demonstrates exceptional dedication to inclusive practices in its programs, outreach, and community impact. This award recognizes those who set a shining example by breaking down barriers, empowering individuals, and creating lasting, positive change for all.
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Inclusive Accommodation Award
This award honors an organization that has set new standards in providing accessible, welcoming, and inclusive accommodation for all. It recognizes a commitment to creating spaces that cater to the diverse needs of guests, ensuring comfort, dignity, and independence for everyone, regardless of ability, background, or specific needs.
Judges will be looking for an accommodation provider that demonstrates excellence in inclusive design, accessibility features, and a proactive approach to understanding and exceeding the needs of all guests. This award celebrates those who lead by example, creating environments where everyone feels valued and truly at home.
Inclusive Professional Community Award
We are looking to celebrate members of a professional community or group that exemplifies diversity and inclusion.
This award recognizes a group where members actively support one another, value different perspectives, and foster a collaborative, welcoming environment.
You may have seen how this community encourages participation from all members, listens respectfully to diverse viewpoints, and offers mentorship or guidance to lift each other up.
Perhaps you’ve noticed how they work to ensure that everyone feels included and valued, creating a space where all voices can be heard and celebrated.
Do you know a professional community that embodies this spirit?
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Inclusive Community Group Award
This award celebrates a community group that goes the extra mile to create an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environment for everyone. It honors a group that brings people together, celebrates diversity, and ensures all members feel valued, respected, and empowered to participate.
Judges will look for a group that actively promotes inclusivity through its activities, programs, and outreach, demonstrating a commitment to breaking down barriers and fostering genuine connections. This award recognizes those who make a positive impact in their community, creating a space where everyone belongs and thrives.
Inclusive Culture Award
We are looking to celebrate an organisation that has built an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is embraced and every employee feels valued and respected. This award honors an organisation that goes beyond policies and truly foster a sense of belonging for all.
You may have seen how they encourage open communication, celebrate different backgrounds, and ensure everyone has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. Perhaps you’ve noticed their commitment to creating a positive environment where all employees feel supported and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.
Do you know an organisation that has created this kind of inclusive culture?
Awards for Professionals and Individuals
Inclusive HR Professional
We are looking to celebrate an HR professional who consistently champions diversity and inclusion in their role. This award honors someone who works tirelessly to ensure that every employee, no matter their background or identity, feels supported and has equal opportunities to thrive.
You may have seen how they advocate for fair hiring practices, provide inclusive training, and create policies that promote flexibility and accessibility for all. Perhaps you’ve noticed how they foster a workplace culture that encourages open dialogue and ensures every employee feels heard and respected.
Make sure their great work gets noticed, and nominate them today.
Inclusive Digital Professional Award
We are looking to celebrate a digital professional who goes above and beyond to create accessible and inclusive digital solutions. This award honors someone who ensures that their digital work is usable by everyone, regardless of ability or background.
You may have seen how they design for accessibility, ensuring their platforms are easy to navigate for all users, or how they prioritize user feedback from diverse groups to improve inclusivity. Perhaps you've noticed their commitment to creating flexible, user-friendly digital experiences that allow customization and meet the needs of different communities.
Do you know a digital professional who is leading the way in inclusivity?
Inclusive Creative Professional Award
We are looking to celebrate a creative professional who actively champions diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in their work.
This award honors someone who uses their creativity to represent a wide range of identities, perspectives, and experiences while ensuring their work is accessible to all.
You may have seen how they tell authentic, inclusive stories, or how they ensure their designs, artwork, or media are accessible to people with different abilities. Perhaps you’ve noticed how they collaborate with diverse teams and make sure everyone is represented in their projects.
Do you know a creative professional who embodies this spirit of inclusivity?
Inclusive Director Award
We are looking to celebrate a director who leads with inclusivity at the forefront of their vision.
This award honors a leader who actively fosters diversity and creates an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.
You may have seen how they embed inclusivity in their leadership style, ensuring fair opportunities for all employees, or how they champion diverse perspectives in decision-making. Perhaps you've noticed how they cultivate a culture of belonging and actively promote accessibility and equality in the workplace.
Do you know a director who exemplifies inclusive leadership?
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Inclusive Health Professional Award
This award honors a health professional who is dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible, and inclusive care for all individuals. It recognizes a professional who goes beyond standard practice to address the diverse needs of patients, ensuring that everyone receives respectful and equitable healthcare.
Judges will look for someone who demonstrates a proactive commitment to inclusivity through patient-centered care, innovative practices, and advocacy for underrepresented groups. This award celebrates health professionals who break down barriers, foster trust, and make a meaningful impact in the health and well-being of their communities.
Inclusive Front-Line Professional Award
We are looking to celebrate a front-line professional who goes the extra mile to embody diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in their daily work.
This award honours an individual who directly interacts with customers, clients, or the public, providing essential services or support in fields such as healthcare, retail, emergency services, and customer service, and makes every service user and colleague feel valued, respected, and treated with fairness, no matter their background or ability.
You may have seen how they ensure that everyone they interact with receives the care, service, or support they need in an inclusive and accessible way. Perhaps you've noticed how they create an environment where both service users and colleagues feel welcome, safe, and understood.
Do you know a front-line professional who consistently demonstrates these values?
Inclusive Education Professional Award 2024
We are looking to celebrate an education professional who goes above and beyond to create an inclusive learning environment where every student, regardless of background or ability, can thrive.
This award honours someone who actively works to ensure that all students feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
You may have seen how they adapt their teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of their students, foster an open and respectful classroom culture, or create accessible learning materials. Perhaps you’ve noticed how they advocate for equality and encourage every student to reach their full potential.
Do you know an education professional who embodies this commitment to inclusivity?
Diversity & Inclusion Influencer Award 2024
We are looking to celebrate an individual who uses their platform to drive positive change as a true advocate for diversity and inclusion.
This award honors someone who influences others by championing inclusive values, raising awareness, and promoting equity in their community or industry.
You may have seen how they use their voice to challenge biases, uplift underrepresented groups, or inspire others to take action for a more inclusive world. Perhaps you’ve noticed their dedication to creating meaningful conversations and pushing for real change in diversity and inclusion.
Do you know a passionate person who bravely shares their lived experience for social good?
Enter the Awards
Nominate yourself or another
person or business for
The Diversity & Inclusion
Wales Awards 2024
Enter now using the 'Enter Now' button to view our online form.
Did you know that we have 'Userway' installed on our website?
This means you can use speech to text to make your entry and you can change the size colour and type of the fonts to make it more accessible for you.
Just select the Accessibility button in the bottom left of the screen.
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Why nominate your friend colleague or employer?
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Celebrate Their Impact
By nominating them, you’re giving them the recognition they deserve for their dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive environment. It's a chance to shine a spotlight on the positive change they’ve brought to their workplace or community.
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Show Your Appreciation
A nomination is a powerful way to show your appreciation for their hard work and leadership in fostering diversity, accessibility, and inclusion. It’s a way to say, “I see the difference you’re making, and it matters.”
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Inspire Others
By sharing their story, you can inspire others to follow their lead, helping to spread the values of inclusion and equity across more organizations and communities. Your nomination could help drive wider change!
Why nominate yourself, or your business?
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Get the Recognition You Deserve
Entering the ThinkEDI Diversity & Inclusion Awards is your chance to showcase your commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. It's time for your hard work and impact to be celebrated on a bigger stage.
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Boost Your Reputation
Being shortlisted or winning an award highlights your leadership in creating inclusive environments. It enhances your reputation, helping you stand out as an employer, partner, or professional dedicated to driving real change.
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Connect and Grow
By participating in these awards, you’ll join a network of like-minded professionals and organizations. It’s an opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, and learn from others who are also passionate about making workplaces and communities more inclusive.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Show your comitment by sponsoring
The Diversity & Inclusion
Wales Awards 2024
Partnering with us by sponsoring our awards is a great opportunity for business exposure and growth.
Align Your Brand with Inclusion and Leadership
Sponsoring these awards positions your brand as a champion of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, showcasing your commitment to these values and helping you connect with forward-thinking professionals and organizations.
Support a Powerful Cause
By sponsoring, you're directly supporting initiatives that drive positive change in workplaces and communities. Your involvement shows that your organization is committed to creating a more equitable and inclusive future for everyone.
Maximize Visibility and Reach
With prominent branding on all event materials, media coverage, and opportunities to engage directly with attendees, your sponsorship provides significant exposure to a highly engaged audience of industry leaders, influencers, and decision-makers.
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