The Business Disability Forum held its 2025 Disability Smart Awards in London, acknowledging organizations and individuals who enhance the lives of disabled people. Sponsored by Freshfields, the ceremony emphasized achievements in areas like accessible design and inclusive recruitment, marking significant anniversaries of disability legislation. CEO Diane Lightfoot highlighted the winners' innovative approaches to overcoming barriers to inclusivity, while co-host Simon Minty expressed inspiration from the practical solutions demonstrated by nominees. The Forum plans to share insights from winning projects to further improve outcomes for disabled individuals across sectors.
"Although we have a long way to go to be a truly inclusive global society, our Disability Smart Award winners and finalists show how innovation around disability inclusion can drive positive change for everyone."
"We're proud to support the Disability Smart Awards and celebrate the innovative work being done across so many different sectors. These winners are helping to create a more inclusive society for disabled people."
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