Regional Winners
The Trailblazer
An individual, collective, initiative who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to inclusive and radical change.
The Spark
An individual, collective or initiative who dedicates their work to activism, fighting tirelessly address inequality and injustice. These social activists work on the frontlines of change, striving to dismantle systemic injustices and promote a fairer, more inclusive world.
The Catalyst
An organisation or individual that works to externally advance equality and equity on gender, race, ethnicity, disability inclusion, sexual orientation, and/or religion within society. A catalyst for change.
The Synergist
A positive change-driven space/technology or initiative that works to activate measurable and needed social change. Stakeholders thrive, have equitable opportunities, are included and valued as they are.
The Guardian
An initiative of any kind that works to safeguard the planet and/or its inhabitants through justice and inclusion.
The Groundbreaker
A project, collective, company with a product, service, art that is innovative and amplifies belonging.
The Flame
A person, initiative, intervention that amplifies intersectional representation in their field, be it in technology, arts or racial or climate justice.
The Pioneer
Highlighting design innovations and projects that prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and usability for people of all abilities and backgrounds.
The Anchor
A standout leader/project who/that practices what they preach and actively models equity and inclusion in all they do.
Voices for Change
An individual, collective, initiative that is emerging as a powerful advocate for social justice, pushing the boundaries to ensure marginalized voices are heard and valued. These rising voices are committed to transforming their communities and challenging the status quo with fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
Diversify’s “Person of the Year”
- Impact: The degree to which the recipient has influenced events, trends, or public opinion.
- Achievement: Significant accomplishments in their field or in addressing societal issues.
- Public Perception: Consideration of how the recipient is viewed by the public and their peers.
- Leadership: Demonstration of leadership qualities and the ability to inspire or mobilize people.
National Winners
The country winners (finalists) within each category
The Trailblazer
An individual, collective, initiative who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to inclusive and radical change.
The Spark
An individual, collective or initiative who dedicates their work to activism, fighting tirelessly address inequality and injustice. These social activists work on the frontlines of change, striving to dismantle systemic injustices and promote a fairer, more inclusive world.
The Catalyst
An organisation or individual that works to externally advance equality and equity on gender, race, ethnicity, disability inclusion, sexual orientation, and/or religion within society. A catalyst for change.
The Synergist
A positive change-driven space/technology or initiative that works to activate measurable and needed social change. Stakeholders thrive, have equitable opportunities, are included and valued as they are.
The Guardian
An initiative of any kind that works to safeguard the planet and/or its inhabitants through justice and inclusion.
The Groundbreaker
A project, collective, company with a product, service, art that is innovative and amplifies belonging.
The Flame
A person, initiative, intervention that amplifies intersectional representation in their field, be it in technology, arts or racial or climate justice.
The Pioneer
Highlighting design innovations and projects that prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and usability for people of all abilities and backgrounds.
The Anchor
A standout leader/project who/that practices what they preach and actively models equity and inclusion in all they do.
Voices for Change
An individual, collective, initiative that is emerging as a powerful advocate for social justice, pushing the boundaries to ensure marginalized voices are heard and valued. These rising voices are committed to transforming their communities and challenging the status quo with fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
Diversify’s “Person of the Year”
- Impact: The degree to which the recipient has influenced events, trends, or public opinion.
- Achievement: Significant accomplishments in their field or in addressing societal issues.
- Public Perception: Consideration of how the recipient is viewed by the public and their peers.
- Leadership: Demonstration of leadership qualities and the ability to inspire or mobilize people.
The selection process involves nominations, voting, and a final decision by the Diversify team.
What is The Blaze Inclusion Awards
The Blaze Awards celebrate and illuminate trailblazers – individuals and organizations from 8 Nordic countries – who actively and passionately uplift Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives in their workspaces, communities and society overall.
Our Goal
Blaze Inclusion Awards (BIA) was initiated when Diversify identified a need to be aware of and highlight people and companies in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland as well as the Faroe Islands, Greenland and Åland that are actively working towards an equitable and inclusive society. In our experience, these people and their work do not often get the recognition they deserve.
BIA also aims to raise awareness about the importance and benefits of implementing intentional and measurable DEIB strategies across all social and professional structures. To date, DEIB is still considered as a “nice-to-have”, instead of a “need-to-have” in companies and communities across the Nordics. We are on a mission to change this.
How The Blaze Inclusion Awards works
Round 1 – Nomination Period
BIA is launched with a nomination period which will start in January 2024 and will last for two months. During that period everyone is invited to nominate an individual or a company/organisation they think should participate in one of the categories for BIA (see below).
Round 2
From the nominees, national winners in each of the categories are chosen.National winners (from each Nordic country) automatically advance into the regional competition. The regional winners will be determined by a jury composed of thought leaders from across the Nordics.
Nominated individuals and/or companies must be based and operate in the specific country they are nominated in. Upon nomination Diversify will carry out a background check of the operations and achievements of the nominees within the DEIB field. In case of finding no trace of activities within the DEIB field, the nominees will be disqualified.
We accept nominations of individuals and/or companies/organisations from all sectors (public, private, non-profit) who/which actively and passionately advocate for and lead the way for a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable society and workspaces.
Jury 2024 members
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Astrid Sundberg
(Norway)
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Laura Smith
(Finland)
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Karl Yves Vallin
(Sweden)
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Nille Skalts
(Denmark)
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Stephen Burrell
(Denmark)
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Anna Adeniji
(Sweden)
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Kim-Andre Nikolaisen
(Norway)
- Miriam Petra Ómarsdóttir Awad (Iceland)
There are no costs associated with inclusion in the BIA. We’re proudly not a pay-to-play award. The nominations, voting and selection of winners, is a democratic process and community led.
We appreciate that this might’ve come as a surprise so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
Categories
The Trailblazer
An individual, collective, initiative who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to inclusive and radical change.
The Catalyst
An organisation or individual that works to externally advance equality and equity on gender, race, ethnicity, disability inclusion, sexual orientation, and/or religion within society. A catalyst for change.
The Synergist
A positive change-driven space/technology or initiative that works to activate measurable and needed social change. Stakeholders thrive, have equitable opportunities, are included and valued as they are.
The Guardian
An inititaive of any kind that works to safeguard the planet and/or its inhabitants through justice and inclusion.
The Spark
An individual, collective or initiative who dedicates their work to activism, fighting tirelessly address inequality and injustice. These social activists work on the frontlines of change, striving to dismantle systemic injustices and promote a fairer, more inclusive world.
The Groundbreaker
A project, collective, company with a product, service, art that is innovative and amplifies belonging.
The Flame
A person, initiative, intervention that amplifies intersectional representation in their field, be it in technology, arts or racial or climate justice.
The Anchor
A standout leader/project who/that practices what they preach and actively models equity and inclusion in all they do.
The Pioneer
Highlighting design innovations and projects that prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and usability for people of all abilities and backgrounds.
Voices for Change
An individual, collective, initiative that is emerging as a powerful advocate for social justice, pushing the boundaries to ensure marginalized voices are heard and valued. These rising voices are committed to transforming their communities and challenging the status quo with fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
The Trailblazer
An individual, collective, initiative who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to inclusive and radical change.
The Catalyst
An organisation or individual that works to externally advance equality and equity on gender, race, ethnicity, disability inclusion, sexual orientation, and/or religion within society. A catalyst for change.
The Synergist
A positive change-driven space/technology or initiative that works to activate measurable and needed social change. Stakeholders thrive, have equitable opportunities, are included and valued as they are.
The Guardian
An initiative of any kind that works to safeguard the planet and/or its inhabitants through justice and inclusion.
The Spark
An individual, collective or initiative who dedicates their work to activism, fighting tirelessly address inequality and injustice. These social activists work on the frontlines of change, striving to dismantle systemic injustices and promote a fairer, more inclusive world.
The Groundbreaker
A project, collective, company with a product, service, art that is innovative and amplifies belonging.
The Anchor
A standout leader/project who/that practices what they preach and actively models equity and inclusion in all they do.
The Pioneer
Highlighting design innovations and projects that prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and usability for people of all abilities and backgrounds.
The Flame
A person, initiative, intervention that amplifies intersectional representation in their field, be it in technology, arts or racial or climate justice.
Voices for Change
An individual, collective, initiative that is emerging as a powerful advocate for social justice, pushing the boundaries to ensure marginalized voices are heard and valued. These rising voices are committed to transforming their communities and challenging the status quo with fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
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