Awards

DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact

Celebrating clients, volunteers, community members and community partners who are making an impact through leadership, community building, innovation or inspiration

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society offers awards annually to recognize and celebrate inspiring clients, volunteers, community members and community partners who are making an impact through leadership, community building, innovation or inspiration, in areas or fields that relate to DIVERSEcity’s work.

The DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact offer awards for individuals, some of which come with a financial award of $500, and additional awards to recognize the contributions of established leaders, community groups, employers, organizations and business. There are 10 award categories.

After an open nomination process, winners are selected by a DIVERSEcity selection committee, notified and invited to attend our DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact presentation at our Annual General Meeting. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 4–7 pm. Winners will be announced at the event.

DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact

Youth Leadership Award

The Youth Leadership Award is awarded to a rising star (19–30) who has taken their experience with DIVERSEcity to transition successfully into a career, showcasing leadership and courage in their journey, while inspiring others. This award is presented in connection with DIVERSEcity’s Youth Employment programs and comes with a financial award of $500.

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Food Justice Advocate Award

The Food Justice Advocate Award is awarded to an individual who has worked in supporting poverty alleviation or food security issues in the community as a volunteer, student or professional. This award is presented in connection with DIVERSEcity’s Food Security programs and comes with a financial award of $500.

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Strengthening Safety Award

The Strengthening Safety Award is awarded to an individual who has overcome multiple barriers, violence or trauma, and inspired others through their journey or contributions to creating safe spaces for others. This award is presented in connection with our Gender-Based Violence Services, and Refugee and LGBTQ+ newcomer programs and comes with a financial award of $500.

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Inspiring Seniors Award

The Inspiring Seniors Award is awarded to an inspiring older adult (55+) who is empowering other seniors to live happier, healthier and more independent lives, either through volunteering, community building, working, sharing their culture or talent, or caregiving. This award is presented in connection with our Seniors Services and comes with a financial award of $500.

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Humanitarian Heart Award

The Humanitarian Heart Award recognizes an individual, community group or organization that has selflessly worked to improve the lives of others, with dignity and compassion. This award comes with a financial award of $500.

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Community Changemaker Award

The Community Changemaker Award is awarded to an established leader who has gone above and beyond to create positive change in the community to improve the lives of others, in particular those who are underserved.

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Gender Equity Award

The Gender Equity Award recognizes an established leader, community group or organization who has done work to uplift women or women’s issues for gender equality.

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Empowering Employer Award

In connection with DIVERSEcity’s Get in the Know platform and Employment Programs, the Empowering Employer award recognizes a local employer who has been successful in incorporating skilled immigrants and newcomers into the workplace.

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Reconciliation in Action Award

The Reconciliation in Action Award recognizes an established leader, community group or organization who is advancing the principles of truth and reconciliation.

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Newcomer Champion Award

The Newcomer Champion Award recognizes an established leader, community group or organization who is making the community a welcome place for immigrants and refugees. This award is presented in connection with the Surrey Local Immigration Partnership and the South Fraser Refugee Readiness Team.

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