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2. Follow the instructions to create an account and register.

3. You will receive an email, to validate your account add the validation code. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PLACE AN ENTRY WITHOUT CREATING AND VERIFYING AN ACCOUNT. If you are having issues please contact the team by emailing: events@europeandiversityawards.com

4. Finally, complete the entry form for your submission.

5. You can revisit your account and make changes up to the closing date.


These awards are FREE to enter.

NOMINATIONS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON 4 AUGUST 2023 

GILEAD - Social Mobility Initiative of the Year

It is now understood that social class can be a real barrier to success and career development. This award is given to the company which has best addressed social inequality over the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL - Inspirational Role Model of the Year

This accolade is given to someone in the public eye whose commitment to Equality and Diversity is a prime example for others to follow.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH - Diversity Champion of the Year

This award goes to an outstanding individual who has leveraged their influence to promote the values of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace or across the media.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

SYNGENTA GROUP - Diversity Team of the Year

Recognising the outstanding contribution of teams that have delivered change in the field of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in their organisations; this award is open to Diversity teams from the private, public and third sectors.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. 

OPTUM - Charity / Not-For-Profit of the Year

The third sector plays an essential part in the promotion of Diversity across the country. This award rewards the standout charity from the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Outstanding Employee Network of the Year

People work better when they can be themselves, and staff networks play an essential part in making people feel valued in the workplace. This award goes to the Network which has achieved the most over the past year.

NB: LGBTQI, Disability and Ethnic Diversity Networks should enter in the specific category.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

FT - Outstanding Disability Network of the Year

People work better when they can be themselves, and staff networks play an essential part in making people feel valued in the workplace. This award goes to the Disability Network which has achieved the most over the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

TP ICAP - Hero of the Year

Recognising a person who has campaigned to highlight Diversity and worked to make a difference or served as an inspiration to others

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

IHG HOTELS & RESORTS - Marketing Campaign of the Year

Awarded for the print, broadcast or social media marketing campaign which best demonstrates the values of Diversity and Inclusion.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.


HALEON - Head of Diversity of the Year

A company's Head of Diversity is the lynchpin of their organisation's D&I policy, setting the standards for others to follow. This award is given to the HoD who has demonstrated excellence and commitment over the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. 

Outstanding Ethnic Diversity Network of the Year

People work better when they can be themselves, and staff networks play an essential part in making people feel valued in the workplace. This award goes to the Ethnic Diversity Network which has achieved the most over the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

LULULEMON - Community Project of the Year

This award goes to a community based project which ensures that drives diversity into the heart of everything it does, making a positive impact on the community it serves.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work thats been done in the last 12 month and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.


Outstanding LGBTQIA Employee Network of the Year

People work better when they can be themselves, and staff networks play an essential part in making people feel valued in the workplace. This award goes to the LGBTQI+ Network which has achieved the most over the past year.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

SANOFI - HR Champion of the Year

This award is given to a leading HR professional who has leveraged their influence to ensure that the values of Diversity and fairness are at the heart of their organisation’s HR policies, and to ensure their workplace has Diverse talent covering all sections of the workplace.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

BP - Diversity in Technology

This award is given to an individual or company who uses their role to ensure Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of their business or specific tech project.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

DHL GROUP - Company of the Year

Our top corporate accolade, this award is given to the organisation which promotes progressive D&I values from the boardroom to the shop floor to the demonstrable benefit of all stakeholders.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

HSBC INNOVATION BANKING - Women in Technology

This award is given to a woman working in tech who has gone out of her way to support the cause of getting more women and diverse groups of people into the industry.

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category.
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.
  • Show tangible figures and statistics to support the nomination.
  • Evidence of the impact of work/initiative on promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

PARAMOUNT - Diversity Champion in the Public Eye

An individual that uses their platform to drive positive change, influencing and promoting Diversity within the wider community

This category is now closed

CRITERIA The nomination should include (where applicable):

  • The submission must show an extraordinary commitment to Diversity within the chosen category
  • Work that's been done in the last 12 months and give examples of that work.