European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award

Find out more about the Award on a dedicated website

“The European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award is granted to local authorities that exemplify outstanding dedication to creating safe, inclusive spaces where all feel that they belong and can flourish. The winning local authorities transform the ideal of inclusion and diversity into tangible deliverables. This serves to inspire others. I thank these European capitals for taking the Union of Equality to citizens at the local level.”

Helena Dalli, EU Commissioner for Equality

Role of the award

As part of the commitment to foster more inclusive and fair societies in Europe, the Commission launched the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award. This initiative complements the annual EU Diversity Month, which raises awareness about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and across our societies.

The award is one of the deliverables of the EU anti-racism action plan and LGBTIQ Equality Strategy 2020-2025 and it shows how action at all levels is essential if we want to turn the tide and build a Union of Equality.

The fourth edition of the Award will be launched this Autumn. Towns, cities and regions from the EU will be invited to apply in one of the two main categories: local authorities above or below 50 000 inhabitants. A thematic focus of the 2025 Specific Award will be revealed soon. More information on the previous editions is available at the dedicated websites available in all official EU languages: 2022 edition, 2023 edition and 2024 edition.

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