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.
We honour individuals, teams, and organisations that go beyond performative action, embedding DEI into meaningful, measurable change.
The UnderOne Awards bring together industry leaders, innovators, and trailblazers from across the world, amplifying the most impactful DEI work.
Being shortlisted or winning isn’t just recognition, it’s a platform to share your impact, influence industry standards, and inspire lasting change.
A celebration of those driving real change.
Will you be part of the next chapter?
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Underone Diversity and Inclusion Awards for their exceptional commitment to fostering diversity, equity, an inclusion. We also acknowledge our highly commended honourees and outstanding finalists, whose dedication has significantly advanced DEI.
A special thank you to our esteemed judges for their thoughtful deliberations, recognising the high calibre of entries and the remarkable efforts across various sectors. Here’s to continuing the journey toward a more inclusive future together!
Bold Blueprint Magazine is the storytelling arm of Unite UnderOne, a global platform dedicated to bold ideas, brave leadership, and real change. Through compelling editorials, immersive features, and visionary collaborations, Bold Blueprint amplifies the voices, visions, and victories of changemakers who are reshaping culture, community, and inclusion from the inside out.
Each issue is a curated showcase of radical imagination and inclusive innovation, spotlighting artists, activists, entrepreneurs, and brands that are driving meaningful transformation across industries.
Whether through editorial features, brand spotlights, or co-created content, Bold Blueprint offers a unique platform to engage with audiences who care deeply about purpose, creativity, and belonging.
Recognising exemplary organisations who have created impactful initiatives while uniting diverse perspectives worldwide.
Acknowledging the Staff Networks behind innovative strategies that highlight the impact of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Celebrating the organisations behind avant-garde DEI strategies, technologies, and/or programmes shaping new frontiers in the DEI space.
Awarding up-and-coming future leaders whose dedication has already made an impact in the DEI realm.
Recognising organisations that embed sustainability into their DNA through inclusive and impactful practices.
Celebrating the highest ranking, most seasoned DEI thought leader, influencer, and pillar of inspiration at scale.
Recognising proactive organisations that integrate inclusivity in their culture while encouraging diverse talent.
Celebrating organisations behind innovative DEI campaigns that flipped the stereotype script and advocated for communities.
Honouring DEI champions whose impact is felt beyond the workplace, improving the lives of their communities.
Celebrating organisations with pioneering, inclusive recruitment strategies that attract and empower diverse talent.
Recognising celebrities who champion diversity and inclusion through influence, advocacy, and impactful initiatives.
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.
“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”
“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.”
We will officially be accepting nominee submissions.
Nominee submissions are closed.
Our judging panel will assess each nominee to determine the category winners.
The Finalists will be made public.
A festival of bold ideas, powerful voices, and game-changing action
Winners will be revealed at the prestigious afternoon award ceremony—where inspiring achievements are celebrated.
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.
The second annual UnderOne Diversity and Inclusion Awards took place on 11 July 2025 at the Chicago Booth London Conference Centre, shining an even brighter light on the individuals and organisations driving meaningful progress in equity and inclusion.
In an era where inclusion is often a buzzword but rarely a lived reality, the UnderOne 2025 Awards stand as a powerful counter-narrative. This year’s finalists represent the true disruptors, the quiet forces behind transformational change, and the bold leaders who are reshaping industries from the inside out.
