
This award is open to organisations that have redesigned hiring practices to remove barriers for disabled and neurodivergent candidates. Qualifying outputs include accessible job adverts and application systems, alternative assessment methods, inclusive interview practices, targeted outreach or internship programmes, accessible onboarding, and data showing improved attraction, hiring or progression outcomes. It is aimed at employers facing skills shortages or ESG scrutiny who can evidence inclusive recruitment as a strategic talent initiative rather than a standalone campaign.
Disability Inclusive Recruitment Award

Supporting evidence requirements must cover:
A. The Problem
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What barrier existed?
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Who was affected?
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How was impact measured before?
B. Action
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What was changed?
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Who was involved (especially disabled people)?
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What budget / governance / ownership exists?
C. Impact
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What changed in metrics?
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What changed in experience?
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What changed in risk, performance, or outcomes?
D. Sustainability
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Is this long term, or a one-off?
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How is it governed, funded, monitored to ensure continuation?
E. Proof
Must demonstrate 2–3 of:
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User feedback
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Internal metrics
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Audit results
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Policy/process screenshots
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Independent validation
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Before/after comparisons
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