Inclusive Employers For the first time ever, Inclusive Employers is proud to launch the National Inclusion Week® Awards.
The awards recognise organisations, leaders, colleague networks and initiatives creating measurable impact through inclusion. They celebrate those who are driving change and demonstrating what meaningful inclusion looks like in practice.
Winners will be announced during National Inclusion Week® 2026 (14–20 September), providing an opportunity to showcase the organisations and individuals leading the way on workplace inclusion.
Whether you are transforming employee experience, delivering social impact, creating positive change for customers or championing inclusion as a leader, we want to hear your story.
Why should your business enter?
Entering the National Inclusion Week® Awards gives organisations the opportunity to:
- Celebrate inclusion achievements and progress
- Recognise the individuals and teams driving change
- Showcase evidence-based impact and outcomes
- Raise organisational profile during National Inclusion Week®
- Benchmark your work against leading organisations across the UK
Award Categories
From inclusive leadership and employee experience to social impact and organisational progress, our award categories recognise those creating meaningful change through inclusion. Explore the categories below to find the right award for your work.
Inclusive Employers Standard: Gold Achievers:
Recognising organisations that have achieved Gold accreditation through the Inclusive Employers Standard.
Inclusive Leader Award
Celebrating leaders who champion inclusion, inspire others and create positive changes within their own organisation
The Progress Award
Recognising organisations that have made significant and measurable progress on their inclusion journey.
Outstanding ESG Initiative Award
Celebrating initiatives that successfully embed environmental, social and governance principles to create meaningful impact.
Industry-Leading Employee Initiative
Recognising employee-focused initiatives that enhance inclusion, wellbeing and workplace culture.
Industry-Leading Customer Initiative
Celebrating organisations delivering inclusive products, services or experiences that improve outcomes for customers.
Colleague Network Achievement Award
Recognising colleague and employee networks that drive belonging, advocacy and positive organisational change.
Building Trust, Navigating Change Award
Recognising organisations that are leading positive change by embedding inclusion, building trust and driving meaningful progress.
Entry guidance
Ready to enter the National Inclusion Week® Awards 2026?
Register your interest using the form below and we’ll send you everything you need to complete your submission, including guidance, deadlines and next steps.
Entry fees
Inclusive Employers members: Free entry to all award categories as part of your membership benefits.
Non-member organisations: £195 + VAT per submission.
Registered charities: £145 + VAT per submission.
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Supporting materials required
Please be prepared to provide:
- Organisation logo
- Completed submission form
- Maximum two supporting documents
- One supporting image
Once you have registered your interest, you’ll receive tailored information based on whether you are an Inclusive Employers member or non-member, including submission instructions and payment details where applicable.
Submission guidance
Judges will score entries against three areas:
Organisational Context (Maximum 300 words)
- Provide background on your organisation and any relevant context.
Reason for Nomination (20% weighting, maximum 300 words)
- Why does this initiative, network or individual deserve recognition?
Impact (40% weighting, maximum 500 words)
- Describe the actions taken and the impact achieved.
Measuring Success (40% weighting, maximum 500 words)
- Provide evidence, outcomes and data demonstrating success.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the awards process, please contact: