The UnderOne Awards Story

SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT ON DEI PROGRESS

The prestigious UnderOne global diversity and inclusion awards exist to showcase and celebrate champions of DEI. These valiant torchbearers stand fearlessly on the frontline, defending the core values of diversity and inclusion and integrating these into the fabric of their organisation’s DNA.

Recognising Excellence

We honour individuals, teams, and organisations that go beyond performative action, embedding DEI into meaningful, measurable change.

A Global Stage

The UnderOne Awards bring together industry leaders, innovators, and trailblazers from across the world, amplifying the most impactful DEI work.

Elevate Your Work

Being shortlisted or winning isn’t just recognition, it’s a platform to share your impact, influence industry standards, and inspire lasting change.

Relive the Energy of 2024

A celebration of those driving real change.
Will you be part of the next chapter?

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2024 Awards Gallery

Honouring 2024’s Winners

A huge congratulations to the 2024 UnderOne Award winners for their unwavering commitment to DEI! We also applaud the nominees and shortlisted candidates for their impact. A special shout-out to our judges for their dedication in selecting the best of the best. Let’s build on this momentum and push DEI even further in 2025!

2024 Winners and Shortlist

2025 Award Categories

Global Inclusion
Excellence
Award

Recognising exemplary organisations who have created impactful initiatives while uniting diverse perspectives worldwide.

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Trailblazer Employee
Resource Group
Award

Acknowledging the Staff Networks behind innovative strategies that highlight the impact of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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DEI
Innovation
Award

Celebrating the organisations behind avant-garde DEI strategies, technologies, and/or programmes shaping new frontiers in the DEI space.
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DEI
Rising Star
Award

Awarding up-and-coming future leaders whose dedication has already made an impact in the DEI realm.

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Inclusion in
Sustainability
Award

Recognising organisations that embed sustainability into their DNA through inclusive and impactful practices.

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DEI Thought
Leader and
Influencer Award

Celebrating the highest ranking, most seasoned DEI thought leader, influencer, and pillar of inspiration at scale.

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Diverse & Inclusive
Company
Culture Award

Recognising proactive organisations that integrate inclusivity in their culture while encouraging diverse talent.

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Creative Diversity
Campaign
Award

Celebrating organisations behind innovative DEI campaigns that flipped the stereotype script and advocated for communities.

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Social Impact
& Community
Engagement Award

Honouring DEI champions whose impact is felt beyond the workplace, improving the lives of their communities.

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DEI
Talent Acquisition
Award

Celebrating organisations with pioneering, inclusive recruitment strategies that attract and empower diverse talent.
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Wellbeing
Champion
Award

Honouring organisations advancing workplace wellbeing by fostering inclusive, supportive environments that empower all employees to thrive.
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Celebrity Diversity and Inclusion Champion Honourary Award

Recognising celebrities who champion diversity and inclusion through influence, advocacy, and impactful initiatives.

Not open for nomination

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Impact
Stories

Stories that showcase the real impact of DEI work and the transformative power of the UnderOne D&I Awards. Hear from past winners who have leveraged this platform to accelerate meaningful change.

Andrew Walker

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager

“Receiving the Underone D&I Awards was a pivotal moment in our D&I journey as this was the first award won by one of our Colleague Community groups. This allowed us to reflect on the amazing work our colleagues put in to ensure we have an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive”

Vicky Ilankovan

Executive Director at Equal Measures UK

“Winning UnderOne’s DEI Innovation Award 2024 was an incredible moment for us at Equal Measures UK. As a tiny CIC making big waves in the drinks and hospitality industry, it was a huge honour and a key point of validation for all our hard work. All the finalists shared our drive and passion, giving us a new contact book of organisations partner with and support. Since winning, we have stormed ahead with our mission to drive intersectional equity in our industry and are making real, long-term change in the global drinks industry.”

Key Dates For Your Diary

  • Nominations Open

    We will officially be accepting nominee submissions.

  • Nomination Deadline

    Nominee submissions are closed.

  • Shortlisting

    Our judging panel will thoroughly analyse and select top nominees.

  • Shortlist Announcement

    The judge's final shortlist will be made public.

  • Awards Ceremony

    Winners will be revealed at the prestigious afternoon award ceremony—where inspiring achievements are celebrated.

Meet The Judges

A distinguished panel of industry leaders, experts, and changemakers will evaluate submissions, ensuring fairness, credibility, and excellence.

Neil Stanley

Head of Talent, People Development & Culture, Holiday Experiences and Head of Global Diversity, Well-being for TUI Group
TUI Group

Aneeka Neehaul

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager
Rethink Mental Illness

David Taylor

Senior Advisor Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Crowe UK

Tomi Laguda

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

Andy Walker

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager
Ardonagh Advisory

Cecil Peters

EMEA Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Advancing Black Pathways
J.P. Morgan Chase

Alan Holmes

Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Clyde & Co

Sybil Taunton

Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
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Awards Venue

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business provides a stunning backdrop for the UnderOne Diversity & Inclusion Awards Ceremony 2025. Centrally located near St Paul’s Cathedral, with modern facilities, an inspiring atmosphere, and a global presence, it’s the ideal venue to connect, collaborate, and celebrate global changemakers.

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Sponsorships and Partnerships

Align your brand with the most impactful DEI celebration of the year. Partner with UnderOne to amplify your leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion, connect with top changemakers, and stand at the forefront of industry-wide transformation.
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