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Award Ceremony: Black Nurses Recognition Awards 2026

To celebrate the achievements, dedication, innovation, and service of Black nurses in the UK and beyond, recognising individuals and organisations that exemplify leadership, compassion, and impact within the nursing profession

Lifetime Achievement Award

Honouring a Black nurse with decades of service and influence on the profession

Nurse of the Year

For an outstanding registered nurse demonstrating excellence in clinical care

Rising Star Award

A nurse (under 5 years qualified) making remarkable early-career impact

Leadership in Nursing Award

For exceptional strategic or operational leadership within the NHS or private sector

Community Health Impact Award

For outstanding contribution to community health outreach or education

Mental Health Nurse Excellence Award

Celebrating innovation, empathy, and service in mental health nursing

Academic/Research Excellence Award

For a nurse making significant contributions through teaching, research or publications

Outstanding Educator or Mentor

For a nurse who has shown commitment to mentoring, training or developing others

Student Nurse of the Year

For an exceptional Black student nurse showing leadership and resilience

Midwife of the Year

Nomination Process

Opens

Open Now

Closes

30th of september

Judging Panel

Senior nurse leaders, educators, and diaspora community representatives

Submission

Online nomination with CV/summary and supporting evidence/testimonials

Shortlist Announced

Early October 2026

Nominee Information

Name(Required)

Nominator Information

Award Category

Please select one category that best represents the nominee's excellence:(Required)

Nomination Statement

Supporting Documents

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