We regret to announce that the Diversity Awards NZ™ programme will not be delivered in 2025.
For more than 25 years, these awards have been a cornerstone of our work, celebrating the remarkable efforts of organisations across Aotearoa to advance workplace inclusion. They have inspired, educated, and connected workplaces striving to create better outcomes for their people and communities. This makes the decision to pause the awards programme all the more difficult.
However, historically this programme has been heavily subsidised by government funding, and the withdrawal of that support last year has had a significant impact on our ability to deliver the awards. In the current economic climate, relying solely on private sector sponsorship to bridge the funding gap is not realistic.
We remain deeply committed to celebrating and amplifying the incredible mahi being done in the diversity and inclusion space. Our goal is to develop a more sustainable and cost-effective model for the Diversity Awards NZ™, ensuring its return in the future.
We thank you for your understanding and ongoing support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at awards@diversityworksnz.org.nz.
Case studies from previous winners and finalists are still live on our website and you can access the 2024 winners, event photos and judging panel using the links below.
