2026
Awards
Community Ally Award – Sponsored by first direct
For an ally who has shown outstanding commitment to supporting LGBTQI+ people through action, advocacy and visibility.
Charity / Group Initiative Award
For a charity, grassroots group or community initiative delivering meaningful impact for LGBTQI+ people in Scotland.
Performer / Entertainer Award
For an entertainer, artist or performer whose work has positively influenced or supported the LGBTQI+ community.
Creative Arts Award
For creative or dramatic arts projects that promote inclusion, visibility and LGBTQI+ storytelling.
Sports & Recreation Award
For an individual, club or organisation improving LGBTQI+ inclusion and participation in sport and recreation.
Venue Award
For a bar, club or venue that provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for LGBTQI+ people and allies.
Corporate Ally Award
For a business showing clear and sustained support for LGBTQI+ equality beyond box-ticking.
Corporate Network Group Award
For an internal LGBTQI+ staff network or inclusion group driving positive change in the workplace.
Small Employer Award (Under 500 Employees)
For a smaller employer creating an inclusive and supportive environment for LGBTQI+ staff.
Large Employer Award (Over 500 Employees)
For a larger employer demonstrating leadership in LGBTQI+ inclusion through policy, culture and practice.
Impact Award
For an individual, organisation or campaign using profile, media or influence to create real change for LGBTQI+ people.
Health & Wellbeing Award
For an individual or service improving LGBTQI+ mental health, sexual health, recovery support, peer support, crisis services or overall wellbeing.
Rising Star / Young Achiever Award (Under 25)
For a young person early in their journey who is already making a real impact in community, arts, activism, sport, education or business.
Volunteer of the Year
For an individual who selflessly gives their time and energy behind the scenes supporting the LGBTQI+ community.
Pride / Community Event of the Year (or Campaign of the Year)
For a standout event, initiative or advocacy campaign that delivered measurable impact locally or nationally.
Inclusive Product / Service Award
For a business whose customer-facing product or service is meaningfully inclusive through accessibility, safer spaces, communications or experience design.
The Excellence in Equity Award
For initiatives that go above and beyond to reach those who are often the least visible within our community, ensuring fairness and tailored support.
