The GDDC Inclusion Excellence Awards 2025: A Night of Champions
A Celebration of Champions of Equality and Inclusion. On December 18th, we honored the trailblazers breaking barriers and advancing inclusion at the Safari Park Hotel. Relive the historic night.
KBC Feted as a National Champion for Equality and Inclusion
During the 2025 GDDC Inclusion Excellence Awards, the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) was recognized for its outstanding leadership in creating an equitable working environment.
The corporation was honored for initiatives such as integrating Sign Language interpretation in news bulletins and flagship programs like 'Abled Differently', ensuring access to information for all Kenyans.
The 2025 Champions
Recognizing the institutions paving the way for a more inclusive Kenya.
Kenya’s Equality and Inclusion Champions of the Year 2025
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC)
Inclusive GESI in Higher Education for the Year 2025
University of Nairobi (UoN)
Inclusive Campus Award 2025
Kenyatta University (KU)
Outstanding County on Gender and Disability Mainstreaming 2025
Makueni County
Inclusive Employment and Workplace Practices Award 2025
Safaricom PLC
Inclusive Employment and Workplace Practices Award 2025
Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS)
Inclusive Health Provider of the Year 2025
The Aga Khan University and The Aga Khan University Hospital
Accessible Service Delivery Winners 2025
Kenya Revenue Authority
Inclusion Excellence Award 2025
Kenya Ports Authority
The Night in Review
Celebrating Inclusive Leadership
On December 18, 2025, the Gender and Disability Development Centre (GDDC) gathered champions at Safari Park Hotel under the theme "Inclusive Leadership for Sustainable Development."
Guided by MC Mr. Patrick Nanzoi with entertainment from Kipawa Kimoja Melodies, the gala honored institutions moving beyond compliance toward true equity.
Top honors recognized transformative organizations including the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Inclusive Media), Kenya Bureau of Standards (Workplace Diversity), and the University of Nairobi (Higher Education Inclusion).
"We must be honest about the journey ahead... Inclusion is not an option, but a responsibility that must be upheld."
Official Leadership
Hon. Dr. Isaac M. Mwaura, CBS
Government SpokespersonDr. Richard S. Nasong'o
Gender and Disability Development CentreStrategic Partners
Gender and Disability Development Centre
Organizer
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
Sponsor
Kenya Bureau of Standards
SponsorThe Journey Continues in 2026
The search for the next champions of inclusion is on. Join us in recognizing the institutions paving the way for a more equitable Kenya. Visit our dedicated portal to submit your nominations for the GDDC Inclusion Excellence Awards 2026.
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