The Diversity Inclusion Tech Awards (DITA) return for its ninth year, celebrating diversity, equity, and accessibility. The awards will take place on September 17, 2026, at the Gibson Hotel in Dublin. Nominations open today.
By Héloïse Chaudot
Organised by Dublin Tech Summit, the Diversity Inclusion Tech Awards aim to highlight the achievements of companies and individuals that promote different backgrounds and genders across Ireland’s booming technology industry.
This is the 9th edition of the awards ceremony, which acknowledges and champions diversity across the Irish tech industry landscape. You can submit nominations for this year’s awards here.
2026 Categories
This year, the Awards see new categories.
- Culture of Belonging Award
- Equal Opportunities Employer of the Year
- Inclusion Champion of the Year
- Inspirational Diversity Role Model Award
- Rising Star Award
- Social Impact & Digital Divide Award
- Startup Visionary Award
- STEM Advocate Award
- Tech Leader Award
- Technical Guru Award
- The AI & Data Innovator Award
- The Talent Acquisition Innovation Award
- Workplace Equity Initiative Award
Special Recognition Awards
Grace Hopper Award
Named in honour of the pioneering computer scientist Grace Hopper, this prestigious accolade applauds the extraordinary contributions, leadership, and perseverance of an exceptional woman who stands as a symbol of empowerment and inspiration for future generations of female leaders in the tech industry.
Past winners of this award include Alvina Antar, CDO, F5; Catherine Doyle, General Manager, Microsoft Ireland; Sarah Friar, CFO, OpenAI; Dr Alessandra Sala, Shutterstock & Women in AI; Carolan Lennon, Country Leader, Salesforce Ireland; Dr Nora K. View; Dr Nora Khaldi, CEO & Founder, Nuritas.
Diversity in Tech Impact
Each year, the Diversity in Tech Impact Award recognises a not-for-profit organisation that has demonstrated exceptional initiative in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. This award celebrates organisations that have made significant contributions through innovative programs, policies, or practices that enhance the representation and inclusion of underrepresented groups.
These initiatives may encompass a broad range of activities, including educational outreach, mentorship programs, advocacy for inclusive hiring practices, and efforts to create an inclusive workplace culture. By acknowledging these impactful efforts, the award aims to inspire other organisations to undertake similar initiatives, fostering a more diverse and inclusive tech industry.
Inspiration Award
Introduced in 2025, the Inspiration Award celebrates an individual whose resilience, vision, and commitment to equity ignite change. Honouring those who overcome barriers and create opportunities for others, it recognises the power of lived experience to shape technology, education, and society.
The recipient embodies how courage and purpose can inspire lasting transformation for future generations.
History of the Awards
Originally known as the Women in Tech Awards, DITA has evolved to recognise diversity in all its forms across the technology sector. The programme now features a broad range of categories celebrating inclusive leadership, workplace equity, emerging talent, and innovation, alongside special recognition awards.
Since its inception, the awards have played a significant role in showcasing diverse role models within the industry. They have also encouraged underrepresented groups to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.