Vote now! Help choose the trailblazers of the DIVA Awards 2026
March 4, 2026It’s time to celebrate the changemakers, trailblazers and everyday heroes of our rainbow community: the DIVA Awards 2026 are officially open for voting – and your voice matters.
From powerful on-screen moments to grassroots initiatives, workplace champions and digital innovators, the DIVA Awards shine a spotlight on those transforming life for LGBTQIA+ people across the UK and beyond. Winners are chosen through a combination of reader votes and the DIVA advisory board, so this is your chance to make sure the people and projects you love get the recognition they deserve.
VOTING CLOSES: FRIDAY 20 MARCH
Across categories including the Media Moment Award, Icon Award, Sport Award, Changemaker Award, Creator Award, Community Initiative Award, Ally Award, Innovation Award and more, the DIVA Awards honour those who show up for our community every single day. From game‑changing TV and unforgettable cultural moments to workplace champions, digital innovators, activists, volunteers, creators and role models, the shortlist reflects the passion, resilience and creativity of our rainbow nation.
Your vote is a vital part of the process. Winners are decided by a combination of reader votes and the DIVA advisory board, which means your support can help lift up the projects you rely on, the representation that made you feel seen, and the role models who’ve inspired you.