A charity which helps those who have suffered domestic abuse have been shortlisted for a prestigious award. Endeavour, a community domestic abuse charity from Bolton is in the running for the Community Organisation: Gender Award in this year’s National Diversity Awards. From more than 90,000 nominees, 125 finalists were shortlisted in 10 categories recognising their dedication to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion.
Endeavour is a community based domestic abuse service and has been shortlisted for their commitment to keeping people and their pets safe from all forms of domestic abuse. Working collaboratively across the community ensuring that #noonegetsleftbehind and that all members of the community are supported regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or social background. Winners will be announced on October 4, 2024 at the thirteenth National Diversity Awards in the stunning Liverpool Anglican Cathedral.
Jill Caldwell, CEO Endeavour Project, said: "The Endeavour team are proud to be finalists in the National Diversity Awards 2024 in recognition of our commitment to keep people safe from domestic abuse and violence, ensuring our community services are accessible and inclusive. "The Community Organisation Award for Gender category celebrates charities and voluntary groups that have made an outstanding contribution to their local community, with diversity as their core focus. We are honoured to be named alongside seven inspiring organisations from across the UK, all working to improve gender equality.
"On Friday, October 4th, we look forward to an awards evening of collective celebration and joy as we meet community organisations and inspiring individuals from across the UK, bringing together the best of British diversity. Paul Sesay, CEO of Inclusive Companies, and founder of the National Diversity Awards said: “These Awards honour the unsung heroes transforming lives and perceptions through their unwavering commitment. “They also serve to inspire the next generation of diversity advocates to be courageous, take a stand and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
” A highlight in the diversity calendar, the National Diversity Awards unite UK citizens irrespective of race, faith, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability and culture. Hailed as the ‘Golden Globes’ of the diversity world, this year’s event will be hosted by Clare Balding, CBE who, in her life and through her work, champions diversity, inclusion and equity. She said: “I’m honoured and delighted to return as host for these uplifting and inspiring awards.
It’s so important to recognise individuals, organisations and charities going above and beyond to unite their communities, making them stronger, safer and happier. “The National Diversity Awards celebrate all that’s good and powerful in an inclusive society and bring much deserved attention to community heroes whose hard work and achievements might otherwise go unnoticed.”.
