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Nigeria Disability Inclusion and Inclusive Practices Awards

An initiative of Agatha Obiageli Aghedo Memorial Foundation (AOAMF) and Special People Special Stories Africa (SPSSA)

Beyond Inclusion: Building Systems Where Everyone Belongs

Nominations are now open

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Closing deadline 2 November 2026 12 noon WAT (Nigerian time)

Screening and shortlisting 3 November 2026 Shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Public voting opens 3 November 2026 12 noon WAT · ₦100 per vote

Awards ceremony 3 December 2026

The Nigeria Disability Inclusion and Inclusive Practices Awards (NDIIPA) celebrates individuals, organisations, businesses, educational institutions and public bodies making meaningful contributions to disability inclusion in Nigeria.

We are looking for people and institutions turning inclusion into practical action through accessible environments, inclusive education, equal employment opportunities, innovation, safeguarding, human rights and meaningful participation.

Nominations are open to the public. Please provide clear examples of the nominee’s work and explain why it deserves recognition. Supporting links and evidence will help the screening team assess each nomination.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only shortlisted candidates will proceed to public voting.

NDIIPA call for nominations poster: Let's celebrate champions of inclusion. How to nominate in four steps: visit the nomination page, complete the online form, share evidence, and submit your nomination. — Call for Nominations · open full size

NDIIPA 20 award categories poster, listing all twenty award categories with nomination and ceremony dates. — 20 Award Categories · open full size

NDIIPA who can be nominated poster: individuals, schools and educators, employers, corporate organisations, innovators, healthcare providers, humanitarian organisations, public institutions, NGOs, media professionals, sports and recreation, and states. — Who Can Be Nominated? · open full size

Online Nomination Form

Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

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Section A Nominee information

1. Who are you nominating? *

Individual Organisation or NGO School or higher education institution Business or employer Government institution or agency State or local government Community initiative Other

2. Full name of nominee or official name of organisation *

3. Nominee’s email address *

4. Nominee’s telephone number (optional)

5. State and location *

6. Position, organisation or institutional affiliation (optional)

7. Website or official social media page (optional)

For example www.example.org or a Facebook, Instagram, X or LinkedIn page.

Section B Nominator information

8. Your full name *

9. Your email address *

10. Your telephone number (optional)

11. What is your relationship with the nominee? *

Self-nomination Colleague or co-worker Employer or manager Employee or team member Beneficiary or service user Partner organisation Family member or friend Community member Other

12. How long have you known the nominee? (optional)

Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 5 years More than 5 years

Section C Award category

13. Select the most appropriate award category *

Choose the category that best reflects the nominee’s contribution. Submit a separate nomination if you wish to nominate them for another category.

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Leadership, Advocacy and Human Rights

Disability Inclusion Champion of the Year An individual making outstanding contributions to disability inclusion in Nigeria. Inclusive Leadership Excellence Award A leader demonstrating vision, commitment and measurable impact in disability inclusion. Nothing About Us Without Us Award An individual or group championing the meaningful participation and leadership of persons with disabilities. Young Inclusion Leader of the Year A young person (35 years and below) showing exceptional leadership and impact in disability inclusion. Disability Inclusion Ally of the Year An individual without a disability who has made significant contributions as an advocate or ally.

Inclusive Education

Inclusive School of the Year A primary or secondary school demonstrating excellence in inclusive education. Inclusive Educator of the Year A teacher or educator promoting inclusive and equitable learning opportunities.

Employment and Business

Disability Inclusive Employer of the Year A company or employer creating accessible and equitable employment opportunities. Disability Inclusive Corporate Organisation of the Year A private sector organisation demonstrating excellence in disability inclusion across its operations.

Accessibility, Innovation and Technology

Accessibility Excellence Award An organisation developing accessible environments, products, services or systems that remove barriers. Assistive Technology and Innovation Award An individual or organisation developing innovative solutions that advance accessibility and inclusion.

Health, Humanitarian Action and Safeguarding

Disability Inclusive Healthcare Award A health institution or professional advancing accessible and inclusive healthcare services. Inclusive Humanitarian Response Award An individual or organisation demonstrating inclusive practices in humanitarian action and emergency response. Safeguarding and Protection Excellence Award An individual or organisation promoting safety, dignity and protection for persons with disabilities.

Media, Sports and Recreation

Inclusive Media and Representation Award A media professional or platform promoting positive, accurate and respectful representation. Inclusive Sports and Recreation Award An individual or organisation using sports and recreation to promote inclusion.

Public Institutions, Government and Civil Society

Disability Inclusive Public Institution of the Year A government agency or public institution demonstrating excellence in inclusive policies, services and practices. Most Disability Inclusive State in Nigeria A state demonstrating significant progress and commitment to disability inclusion. Disability Inclusive NGO of the Year A non-governmental organisation demonstrating excellence, innovation and sustained impact. Emplasism Award for Institutional Inclusion Excellence An institution demonstrating outstanding and sustained commitment to inclusive systems and practices.

Section D Reason for nomination

14. Why are you nominating this individual or organisation? *

15. How does the nominee meet the criteria for the selected award? *

16. What innovative idea, programme, practice or work has the nominee undertaken? *

17. What has been the impact of the nominee’s work? (optional)

18. How have persons with disabilities been involved in the work? (optional)

19. What makes this nominee different from others working in the same area? (optional)

Section E Supporting evidence and links

20. Links to the nominee’s work (optional)

Supporting links are encouraged. Put one link on each line. Do not include confidential information or personal information without the necessary permission.

21. Can the nominee’s work be independently verified? (optional)

Yes Partly Not yet

Section F Declaration and submission

Declaration of Truth and Accuracy

I declare that the information provided in this nomination form is true, accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that the information and supporting evidence may be reviewed and verified by the NDIIPA screening and judging team.

I confirm that the information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false or misleading information may result in disqualification, that nomination does not guarantee an award, and that shortlisted candidates may be contacted for verification. *

I have read the declaration and the published privacy notice (opens in a new tab), and I agree to submit this nomination for consideration. *

Closing deadline: 2 November 2026, 12 noon WAT (Nigerian time).

Contact details

Website: www.aoamf.org/specialpeoplespecialstoriesafrica
Email: spssa@aoamf.org
Telephone: +234 802 308 2528

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