Diversity & Inclusion Award 2026 Nomination Form
The Diversity and Inclusion Award acknowledges an aquatic and recreation facility that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to promoting inclusivity, fostering an inclusive workplace and community within their facility. It acknowledges efforts made to create an environment that values and embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. The facility has taken action to ensure equal opportunities and representation for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, and socioeconomic status. Their actions may include implementing policies and practices that eliminate barriers, promoting diversity in hiring and leadership positions, creating inclusive educational programs, advocating for marginalised groups, or developing activities and initiatives that celebrate and respect different cultures and identities.
Nominator's Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Nominator's Email Address
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Nominee's Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Nominee's Email Address
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Nominee's Organisation Name
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Is the Nominee a current ARI NSW Member?
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Diversity & Inclusion Vision
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Describe your organisation's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Consider organisational value, diversity strategy, leadership commitment, policies, inclusion objectives, continuous improvement as part of your answer.
Inclusive Programs and Services
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Describe the programs, services, or initiatives that promote inclusion and create equitable participation opportunities. Examples of Learn to Swim programs, disability programs, Multicultural programs, Women's initiatives, Seniors, LGBTQIA+, Youth engagement and community education. How have these programs improved participation and inclusion?
Accessibility and Removing Barriers
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Describe how your organisation identifies and removes barriers to participation. Examples such as financial accessibility, physical accessibility, cultural accessibility, language support, flexible programming, inclusive communication, staff training and universal design.
Workplace Culture and Leadership
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Describe how your organisation fosters an inclusive workplace culture. Consider inclusive recruitment, leadership diversity, staff engagement, employee wellbeing, training, cultural awareness, mentoring, psychological safety and staff representation as part of your answer.
Community Engagement and Partnerships
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Describe how your organisation works with community partners to strengthen diversity and inclusion. Examples of schools, disability organisations, Aboriginal organisations, multicultural organisations, community groups, local government, advocacy groups. Explain the outcomes that were achieved together.
Measurable Impact and Innovation
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Describe the measurable outcomes of your diversity and inclusion initiatives. Examples of this includes participation growth, workforce diversity, community satisfaction, staff engagement, program growth, accessibility improvements, participant feedback, awards, recognition. How have your initiatives changed your organisation or community?
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Acknowledgement of Information Provided
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I confirm the information that I have provided in this nomination is accurate and truthful. I also acknowledge that information provided (including any reports and pictures) can be used by ARI NSW for the purposes of the judging process as well as any marketing materials.
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