Join us at Senedd Cymru to celebrate the people and organisations turning diversity, equity & inclusion into meaningful action in Wales

MASTERING DIVERSITY AWARDS 2026

Dress Code: BLACK TIE / DRESS TO IMPRESS

Recognition matters. It shines a light on work that is too often unseen, strengthens those creating change and shows others what is possible.

On Thursday 19 November 2026, the Mastering Diversity Awards return for an inspiring evening at Senedd Cymru, celebrating the individuals, teams, organisations and community initiatives moving inclusion beyond statements and into everyday practice.

We are honoured to announce Shav Taj MS as the Sponsoring Member of the Senedd for the 2026 Awards.

From business, education and public services to health, sport, STEM and grassroots community action, the Awards recognise people who are opening doors, challenging inequality, changing systems and building communities in which more people can belong and thrive.

This is more than an awards ceremony. It is a gathering of changemakers, community leaders, businesses, public bodies, advocates and allies who believe that diversity must be visible not only in what we say, but in what we build, fund, lead and deliver.

WE GO TOGETHER OR NOT AT ALL.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Guests can look forward to:

• A prestigious awards ceremony at Senedd Cymru

• Recognition of outstanding diversity and inclusion champions

• Powerful stories of courage, leadership, innovation and community impact

• Connections across business, government, education, health, sport, the public sector and civil society

• An evening celebrating the people helping to shape a fairer and more inclusive Wales

• Opportunities to meet nominees, sponsors, partners, judges and fellow changemakers

2026 PUBLIC AWARD CATEGORIES

Nominations are open across 12 public categories:

Lifetime Achievement Champion

Diversity in Business Champion

Diversity in STEM Champion

Gender Equality Champion

Diversity in Sports Champion

Diversity in Representation Champion

Cognitive and Neurodiversity Champion

Community Champion

Diversity in Education Champion

Diversity in the Public Sector Champion

Diversity in Health Champion

Young Person of the Year

AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR

Ambassador of the Year is a special Board-selected honour recognising exceptional service to the Mastering Diversity mission and Ambassador Programme.

This category is not open to public nomination.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Do you know an individual, team, organisation, business, community group or initiative creating meaningful change?

Nominate someone whose work deserves to be seen, celebrated and amplified.

Self-nominations are welcome, and there is no charge to submit a nomination.

Nominations close at 11:59pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Submit a nomination:

NOMINATE NOW

Please note: submitting a nomination does not automatically register the nominator or nominee to attend the ceremony. Event places must be booked separately through this Eventbrite page.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The Mastering Diversity Awards welcome:

• Award nominees and their supporters

• Community leaders and advocates

• Businesses and employers

• Public-sector organisations

• Educators, students and young leaders

• Health and social-care professionals

• Charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations

• Equality, diversity and inclusion professionals

• Policymakers and elected representatives

• Sponsors, partners and supporters

• Anyone committed to creating a more inclusive Wales

OUR SPONSORING MS

We are proud to welcome Shav Taj MS as the Sponsoring Member of the Senedd for the Mastering Diversity Awards 2026.

Her support enables this important celebration of leadership, inclusion and community impact to take place within Senedd Cymru—the heart of Welsh democracy.

OUR HEADLINE SPONSORS

We are grateful to our 2026 Headline Sponsors:

Vodafone Business

LEIGH DAY — Lawyers Against Injustice

Their support helps Mastering Diversity provide a platform for the individuals and organisations turning commitment into measurable change.

Together with our category sponsors, partners, judges and ambassadors, they are helping us recognise those whose work is building a more representative and inclusive future.

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

• Advance registration is essential.

• Places are limited and bookings may close when capacity is reached.

• Every guest must register using their own name.

• Registration is not transferable without prior approval from the organisers.

• Guests should allow sufficient time for arrival and the Senedd’s security procedures.

• Final entry and access information will be sent to registered attendees before the event.

• Photography and filming may take place during the ceremony for promotional, editorial and archival purposes.

• Please provide any accessibility requirements when registering so that appropriate arrangements can be considered.

• Admission remains subject to the security and visitor requirements of Senedd Cymru.

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