Nominations are open until 2 October, 5pm
Celebrating the people who make Tees Valley shine
16 years of recognising outstanding achievements in equality, diversity and inclusion across our communities.
Sixteen years of celebrating equality, diversity and inclusion
The Tees Valley EDI Awards (the new name for the BME Achievement Awards) bring service providers and community members together to celebrate the people and organisations advancing opportunity for diverse communities across the region.
From personal milestones to collective successes, one night a year we shine a light on the changemakers driving positive change throughout Tees Valley.
“A platform to celebrate, recognise and empower diverse communities across Tees Valley.”
Est. 2010
Three steps to the big night
Nominate
Tell us about a person, business or organisation making a difference. It takes ten minutes and anyone can nominate, including yourself.
Shortlist announced
Our independent judging panel reviews every nomination and the shortlisted finalists are announced and invited to the ceremony.
Awards night
Dinner, entertainment and the big reveals at Digital Life, Teesside University. Dress to impress: winners announced live on the night.
Fifteen awards. Eight categories.
One could be yours.
Inspired by those who came before
Every year our winners set the bar higher: community champions, young leaders, businesses and lifetime achievers whose stories inspire the whole of Tees Valley. Explore the roll of honour from 2025 and beyond.
A night to remember
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Nominations close 2 October at 5pm. It takes ten minutes to change someone’s year.