Blaze Inclusion Awards (BIA) was initiated when Diversify identified a need to be aware of and highlight people and companies 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.

Consequently, we decided to empower and celebrate the growing diverse community of people across the Nordics who authentically champion Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) within their communities and workplace. 

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.

BIA reflects our relentless commitment and drive to create an equitable society, where every person, irrespective of their race, gender, ethnicity, religion, nationality, disability, socioeconomic status, identity and sexual orientation feels seen, heard and empowered to thrive.

Furthermore, BIA recognises that performative DEIB work is harmful and thus, we must collectively focus on creating and implementing DEIB initiatives that are intentional, actionable, measurable and impactful.

BIA will identify, center and celebrate the individuals and organizations who are doing the work across the public and private sectors.

Nominees and winners will have the unique opportunity to share their stories, experiences, policies and partnerships that have increased diversity, promoted equity and advanced full inclusion. Thus, they will serve as an inspiration to the community and society at large.