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SUMMARY:2026 Workplace Pride Impact Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:Register for Early Bird Tickets TodayJoin us for a landmark evening as we celebrate 20 years of Workplace Pride and honour the people and organisations who have transformed workplaces through courage\, leadership and action. \nNominate TodayGala DetailsAdvocates & Ambassadors2026 NominationsMembers' Choice - Game Changer Award NominationsLocationGala Details\nIcons of Inclusion\nCelebrating the Past. Building the Future.\n6 November 2026\nBeurs van Berlage | Amsterdam \nThis special anniversary gala is a tribute to the advocates\, ambassadors\, members\, partners and allies who have championed LGBTIQ+ inclusion over the past two decades. Together\, we celebrate the collective impact of a global community that has helped make workplaces more inclusive\, equitable and welcoming for all. \nBecause true icons are not defined by fame. They are defined by the difference they make. \nA Night of Inclusion\, Influence & Inspiration\nSet within the historic grandeur of the Beurs van Berlage\, one of Amsterdam’s most iconic venues\, this extraordinary evening will bring together leaders\, advocates and ambassadors for a celebration of progress and possibility. \nInspired by the glamour of 1920s Paris\, the evening will transform the venue into a world of Art Deco elegance — featuring velvet textures\, golden details\, atmospheric lighting\, live entertainment and the unmistakable energy of a grand gala. \nJoin Us\nBe part of an unforgettable evening celebrating the people who shaped the past\, inspire the present and will build the future. \nDress to impress. \nCelebrate the past.\nRecognise the present.\nBuild the future. \nAdvocates & Ambassadors\nCelebrating LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion\nThe 2026 Workplace Pride Global Benchmark highlights organisations leading the way in LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion — recognising progress\, sharing best practices\, and inspiring continued change. \n🏆 Advocate organisations\nOrganisations scoring above 90% achieve Advocate status\, setting a high standard for LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion. \nNew Advocates \n\nKLM Royal Dutch Airlines\nLenovo\n\nReturning Advocates \n\nDe Nederlandsche Bank\nING\nMcKinsey & Company\nPwC\nRELX\nShell\nSodexo\nUnilever\n\n⭐ Ambassador organisations\nOrganisations scoring 70–90% are recognised as Ambassadors: \n\nAegon Ltd.\nMinisterie van EZK en LVVN\nRobeco\n\n🎉 Celebrating our Advocates & Ambassadors\nAll Advocate and Ambassador organisations will receive an award at the Workplace Pride Gala on 6 November. \nThis is an opportunity to celebrate their achievements\, recognise their commitment to LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion\, and bring our community together to mark their progress. \nProgress worth celebrating\nThe 2026 Benchmark also highlights strong progress across new and returning participants. \nEneco increased its score by more than 20% compared with 2025\, demonstrating measurable progress and a continued commitment to LGBTIQ+ inclusion. \n🥇 Sector leaders\nThe highest-scoring organisations in each sector are: \n\nPrivate Sector & Services: McKinsey & Company\nPublic Sector & Public Administration: De Nederlandsche Bank\nManufacturing: Unilever\nHealthcare\, Pharma & Biotech: Kite Pharma EU B.V.\nFinancial & Insurance: ING\nInformation & Communication: RELX\nTransportation & Storage: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines\nConstruction\, Engineering\, Energy & Utilities: Shell\nTop-scoring Academic Institution: Erasmus University Rotterdam\nTop-scoring Government Organisation: Ministerie van EZK en LVVN\n\n2026 Nominations\n\nCelebrating the Icons Who Changed the Workplace\nFor 20 years\, Workplace Pride has championed LGBTQ+ inclusion and helped organisations turn commitment into action. \nThis evening recognises those who made progress possible: \n🏆 Volunteer of the Year \n🏆 Role Model of the Year \n🏆 Media Outreach Award \n🏆 Ally of the Year \n🏆 Network of the Year \n🏆 Members’ Choice Game Changer Award \n📅 Nominate someone\nAll nominations must be submitted by 4 October at 18:00. \nMake sure every deserving candidate has the opportunity to be recognised — submit your nomination before the deadline. \nMembers' Choice - Game Changer Award Nominations\n2026 Members’ Choice – Game Changer Award\nWe are pleased to announce the 2026 Members’ Choice – Game Changer Award\, celebrating an initiative\, programme or project that has made a meaningful contribution to workplace diversity and inclusion. \nThe award recognises initiatives led by our members that create meaningful societal impact for the LGBTIQ+ community and demonstrate how workplace inclusion can contribute to positive change beyond the organisation itself. \nWho can be nominated?\nMembers can nominate an initiative\, programme or project that they believe deserves to be recognised as Game Changer of the Year 2026. \nWe are looking for initiatives that demonstrate meaningful impact\, inspire change and show how workplace inclusion can make a difference for the LGBTIQ+ community. \nHow can I nominate?\nThe nomination period runs from: \n1 September – 4 October 2026 \nDuring this period\, members can submit their nomination for Game Changer of the Year 2026. \nAfter the nomination period closes\, we will review the submissions and share the nominated initiatives with our members. \nHow does the voting work?\nFollowing the nomination period\, each member organisation will receive an email with information about the nominated initiatives and how to vote. \nVoting will take place from: \n20 October – 2 November 2026\, 18:00 CET \nEach organisation can vote for one favourite nomination. \nOnly one vote per organisation is permitted. \nThe initiative receiving the most votes will be named Game Changer of the Year 2026 and recognised at the 2026 Workplace Pride Impact Awards Gala. \nImportant deadline\nNominations close on 4 October 2026 at 18:00 CET. \nNo nominations will be accepted after the deadline. \nVoting closes on 2 November 2026 at 18:00 CET. \nLocation\n \n\n\n\nVast former stock exchange building with a square tower used for events\, concerts & exhibitions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress:  \n\nDamrak 243\, 1012 ZJ Amsterdam\, Netherlands\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhone: +31 20 530 4141\n\n\n\nGetting to Beurs van Berlage\nBeurs van Berlage is located in the heart of Amsterdam at Damrak 243\, just 300 metres from Amsterdam Central Station — around a 5-minute walk. \nBy Train\nAmsterdam Centraal is the easiest option. \nFrom the station: \n\nExit towards Damrak / city centre\nWalk along Damrak\nThe Beurs van Berlage is approximately 5 minutes away\n\nIf travelling from Schiphol Airport\, direct trains to Amsterdam Centraal take approximately 15–20 minutes. \nBy Metro\nYou can travel to Amsterdam Centraal by metro and walk approximately 5 minutes to the venue. \nIf travelling on the North–South Metro Line\, get off at Rokin. From Rokin\, the Beurs is approximately a 5-minute walk towards Dam Square/Damrak. \nBy Tram\nThere is a tram stop directly opposite the Beurs on Damrak. \nThere are also tram stops around Dam Square\, approximately 5 minutes from the venue. \nBy Bus\nBus stops are available near De Bijenkorf and around Dam Square\, both within a short walking distance of the Beurs. \nBy Taxi\nYou can give the driver: \nBeurs van BerlageDamrak 2431012 ZJ Amsterdam \nThe venue advises that taxis can access the area around the Beurs. From Schiphol\, a taxi journey takes approximately 25 minutes\, depending on traffic. \nBy Car\nDriving into central Amsterdam can be challenging\, particularly because of ongoing roadworks and restricted access. \nThe nearest parking garage is Q-Park Bijenkorf. The venue recommends Parking Centrum Oosterdok\, which is approximately a 15-minute walk from the Beurs and offers EV charging facilities. \n♿ Accessibility\nThe Beurs van Berlage is accessible to visitors with disabilities and has adapted facilities\, including elevators and accessible restrooms. \nTip: For the most up-to-date tram\, metro and bus routes on the evening of the event\, check the GVB Journey Planner before travelling\, as routes and services can change. \n\n\n\n Nomination Criteria Nomination Criteria\nNomination Criteria: Celebrating Excellence and Inclusivity\nIn the spirit of fairness and transparency\, the criteria for the 2026 Workplace Pride Impact Awards have been designed to ensure uniformity across all awards. We kindly request all nominating members to address each criterion in their submissions. These same criteria will be rigorously employed in the selection process to uphold transparency and integrity. Below you will find the criteria breakdown. \n\n\n\n\n\nImpact (50%)\nNominees should vividly showcase the measurable and tangible significance of their contributions to either LGBTIQ+ or the broader LGBTIQ+ community. How has their endeavour made a substantial difference? Highlighting quantifiable outcomes is essential. \n\n\n\n\nVisibility (30%)\nVisibility serves as a barometer of influence. Nominations should shed light on how the nominee’s efforts were within their organisation and beyond. The extent to which their work transcends boundaries matters. \n\n\n\n\nCourage (20%)\nNominate those who dared to challenge the status quo. Highlight the extent to which nominees pushed existing boundaries to achieve their goals. Courageous actions often pave the way for groundbreaking change. \n\n\n\n\n\nNOMINATION PROCEDURE\n1. Submitting Nominations \nAny individual or grouping from Workplace Pride member organisations can submit nominations (including for yourself!) via the link below. Please note that submissions must be no more than 300 words and adhere to this format to be considered. \n2. Selection Process  \nThree nominees from each category that best fit the established criteria (above) will be pre-selected by a jury consisting of Workplace Pride representatives and published on the Workplace Pride website. The LGBTIQ+ 2026 Members Choice – Game Changer Award will be voted on by the members after the nominations have been received. \n3. Announcement Winners \nThe winners will be selected by Workplace Pride Advisory Board Members and be announced at the Impact Awards Gala at Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam on Friday\, 6 November\, 2026. \n\n\n\nSubmission Deadline\n\nAll nominations must be received by 4 October\, 18:00. This deadline ensures that every deserving candidate gets their rightful chance to be recognised.
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