To observe this year’s International Women’s Day theme “Equality for women is progress for all” Women in Facilities Management (WIFM) and Women in the City have joined together to identify, recognise and reward male champions of equality and diversity in the workplace.
We’re launching a UK-wide Encouraging Equality recognition award, and are seeking nominations for MEN working in any sector (who are not HR, Diversity & Inclusion specialists) and who demonstrate that they:
- Provide support & encouragement to help individuals develop their career and increase their contributions to the organisation
- Recognise and value the different & individual contributions made by others
- Instill an inclusive culture in the workplace
- Campaign for equality
- Equip others with the skills / confidence to challenge inequality and discrimination
- Enforce equality policies and best practice methods
- Empower women to fulfill their potential
Nominating someone for this recognition award is a great way to celebrate their contribution to the ongoing campaign for total equality, and it’s so easy to do!
Simply tell us in no more than 50 words why your nominee deserves the award.
NOMINATE NOW
Award Process
| 26 January | Nominations Open |
| 16 February | Nominations Close |
| 20 February | Shortlist of 5 Candidates announced |
| 23 February | Public Voting Opens |
| 1 March | Public Voting Closes |
| 3 March | Winner Announced |
Confirmed Award Judges
- Gareth Tancred (CEO, BIFM)
- Vic O’Farrell (Chair, BIFM WIFM Chair)
- Gwen Rhys (CEO, Women in the City)
- Mark Palmer-Edgecumbe (Diversity & Inclusion specialist)
About International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities. This year’s theme, “Equality for women is progress for all” emphasizes how gender equality, empowerment of women, women’s full enjoyment of human rights and the eradication of poverty are essential to economic and social development. It also stresses the vital role of women as agents of development.”
