Acknowledge – Celebrate – Inspire
17 September 2026 | The Gibson Hotel
Nominations opening in May 2026
What are the Diversity in Tech Awards?
Welcome to the eight edition of the Diversity in Tech Awards (DITA), a unique celebration of diversity and female achievement within the tech industry. Our mission is to further dialogue around equality and to inspire ongoing commitment, transparency, and collaboration across the sector in order to drive meaningful change that will foster a more diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
With 18 prestigious awards up for grabs, DITA is your chance to shine. Whether you’re a trailblazing innovator or a dedicated advocate, this is your platform to share your diversity journey and celebrate female success. Best of all, nominations are FREE, and finalists receive complimentary access. So, don’t miss out – nominate yourself, a colleague or diversity network so we can showcase the incredible momentum that is driving significant progress in the tech industry!
Join us this September and be a part of the change!
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CATEGORIES
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY IN TECH
Diverse Company Of The Year
This award celebrates a company demonstrating a holistic and sustained commitment to Diversity & Inclusion within their culture. It recognises organisations that not only implement DE&I initiatives but also integrate these values deeply into their business practices and ethos.
Inspirational Diversity Role Model
This award honours an individual within a company who exemplifies exceptional commitment to diversity, serving as an inspiring catalyst for positive change and fair workforce practices. They are a driving force for integrating DE&I into the very heart of their culture and will ensure that everyone feels valued and empowered.
LGBTQ+ Inclusion Award
This award celebrates an individual, team, or network that is championing LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace. The award recognises those who have taken significant steps to remove barriers, drive an inclusive culture, and work towards eliminating discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.
Cultural Inclusion Award
This award is dedicated to companies and teams that have excelled in promoting cultural diversity and inclusion within the workplace. It celebrates those who have led initiatives to remove barriers, created an environment where diversity is embraced, and taken significant steps to eliminate discrimination based on culture or race.
Social Impact Award
This award recognises a company or team that has made significant, positive contributions to addressing social, political, environmental, and/or economic challenges within communities. It celebrates those that have effectively removed barriers and enhanced community access to opportunities.
Neurodiverse Inclusion Award
This award recognises companies that excel in including neurodiverse individuals in the workplace. It highlights organisations that actively create environments and systems that support neurodiversity, recognising the unique strengths and talents of neurodiverse employees.
DE&I Excellence in Leadership Award
This award recognises senior leaders who have made equality a significant priority within their company’s culture. It celebrates leaders who have effectively driven DE&I initiatives that have led to tangible improvements in their organisations and a notable impact across the company.
DE&I - Special Initiative Recognition Award
This award celebrates specific initiatives that have been implemented by companies or teams that has significantly enhanced DE&I within their company’s workforce. It is an acknowledgement and recognition of new and creative efforts that have brought around real change and positively impacted a more equal culture.
Disability Inclusion Award
This award acknowledges a company that excels in promoting and implementing initiatives to improve the working experience and engagement of physically disabled employees. It recognises efforts in creating a disability-friendly workplace and excellence in service delivery to physically disabled people.
DE&I - Support Network of the Year Award
This award celebrates a voluntary club, group, or network within an organisation that has significantly contributed to supporting employees that are part of a minority group. It will have gone above and beyond to foster an inclusive and positive environment that supports growth, achievement and success!
CATEGORIES
CELEBRATING WOMEN IN TECH
Tech Leader Award
This award is dedicated to a woman holding a senior position in a technology-based organisation with over 100 employees. It celebrates her exceptional leadership, vision for the future, alignment with company culture, and significant contributions to growth and innovation.
Rising Star Award
This award recognizes a female rising star in the tech industry who has displayed exceptional prowess, innovation, and leadership. With a passion for pushing boundaries, she has become a beacon of inspiration and contributed significantly to her company’s evolution and growth.
Startup Visionary Award
This award celebrates the outstanding achievements of a female entrepreneur who has redefined innovation and leadership in the tech & business world. It will honour her unwavering commitment, visionary thinking, and transformative impact that is inspiring a new generation of aspiring women in the startup ecosystem.
Technical Guru Award
This award celebrates a female engineer, developer, analyst, architect or security specialist for her outstanding technical contributions. It celebrates her achievements in leveraging technical skills to drive significant outcomes and advancements for her company.
STEM Champion Award
This award recognizes a relentless commitment to breaking barriers, inspiring change, and shaping the future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The female STEM champion will not only shape the landscape of STEM but will also be a beacon of inspiration for future generations of women entering STEM fields.
Trailblazer Award
This award celebrates a woman in the tech industry whose success and technical prowess have paved the way for other women to become successful within the industry. It recognises her as a trailblazer who has broken down barriers and set a benchmark for female representation in technology.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS
(Not open for nomination)
Diversity in Tech Impact Award
Each year, the Diversity in Tech Impact Award recognises a not-for-profit organisation that has demonstrated exceptional initiative in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. This award celebrates organisations that have made significant contributions through innovative programs, policies, or practices that enhance the representation and inclusion of underrepresented groups. These initiatives may encompass a broad range of activities, including educational outreach, mentorship programs, advocacy for inclusive hiring practices, and efforts to create an inclusive workplace culture. By acknowledging these impactful efforts, the award aims to inspire other organisations to undertake similar initiatives, fostering a more diverse and inclusive tech industry.
Inspiration Award
Introduced in 2025, the Inspiration Award celebrates an individual whose resilience, vision, and commitment to equity ignite change. Honouring those who overcome barriers and create opportunities for others, it recognises the power of lived experience to shape technology, education, and society. The recipient embodies how courage and purpose can inspire lasting transformation for future generations.
Grace Hopper Award
Named in honour of the pioneering computer scientist Grace Hopper, this prestigious accolade applauds the extraordinary contributions, leadership, and perseverance of one exceptional woman. She stands as a symbol of empowerment and inspiration for future generations of female leaders in the tech industry.
Testimonials
“The 2018 edition of the Awards was something I certainly won’t forget. It was an incredible honour to receive the inaugural Grace Hopper Award, and it was genuinely inspirational sharing a space with so many incredible women from across Ireland. The event was pure class, and I can’t wait to return this year.”
“I see the Diversity in Tech Awards not only recognising, but amplifying the voices of founders and companies that are under-represented at the moment. These awards help everyone understand the opportunity and impact of a diverse and inclusive culture and we are excited to be working in partnership with them”
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