IFIP National Inclusion Awards 2026
IFIP National Inclusion Awards 2026 will be presented during the World Inclusion Conference (WIC) India 2026 to honour outstanding schools, universities, educators, policymakers, organisations, corporates, NGOs, and changemakers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and measurable impact in advancing inclusion. Instituted by the International Forums of Inclusion Practitioners (IFIP), UK, these prestigious awards celebrate innovative practices that create equitable, accessible, and inclusive learning and working environments for all. The awards aim to recognise excellence, inspire replication of best practices, and build a national movement towards inclusive education and inclusive societies, with winners being honoured before an international audience of global leaders, policymakers, and education professionals from over 50 countries.
The IFIP is proud to announce that our National Inclusion Awards will be awarded onstage at the World Inclusion Conference, July 31st 2026 at Yashobhoomi International Convention Centre, New Delhi.
This year the Global Inclusion Awards focus on Six categories:
Recognizing civic initiatives, policy frameworks, and community programs that ensure public services are accessible, equitable, and representative of all citizens.
Honoring early years, primary, and secondary educational institutions that have created exemplary inclusive learning environments, curricula, or support systems.
Celebrating colleges, universities, and research institutions leading the way in systemic equity, diverse representation, and inclusive academic pathways.
Showcasing businesses and employers that have successfully embedded diversity, equity, and belonging into their corporate DNA, hiring practices, and workplace culture.
Highlighting digital platforms, assistive technologies, software, or digital literacy campaigns that actively bridge the digital divide and ensure accessibility for all.
Celebrating foundations, non-governmental organisations, charities, and social impact enterprises that are driving meaningful change through programs and initiatives that promote inclusion, accessibility, equity, empowerment, and community development.
Organisations may enter for multiple categories and awards as desired (one application per entry)
Submission Deadline is 11th July 2026