Organisers of the 2nd Annual Bristol Diversity Awards have announced three special awards that will be given at the main event on Royal Wedding day Saturday 19th May.

Alongside over 75 nominees who will be competing for 25 Diversity awards across various categories, St Pauls Carnival founder Roy Hackett, Bristol Musician, broadcaster & youth mentor Kaya Kilaze Bowen and Social worker & campaigner Liz Wilson who died last year will all receive recognition.

Diversity Awards announced for 19th May

The 2nd annual Bristol Diversity Awards ceremony has been announced for Saturday 19th May to be held at Mecure Bristol Holland House Hotel & Spa. Last year saw the inaugural event being launched as part of community radio station BCfm Radio’s 10th anniversary celebrations where Dr Paul Stephenson OBE gained a lifetime achievement award and Bristol Pride’s Daryn Carter was also recognised.

Following the horrific Grenfell Tower tragedy witnessed on Wed 14th June 2017, the Bristol community have come together in solidarity to offer help and support for those affected by the devastating fire. Bristol 2Gether For Grenfell will stage a fundraising night to raise funds for the community of North Kensington, London, with host of local talent.