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Travel Unity celebrates the work of groundbreaking organizations and individuals who are passionate about inclusion in travel.
The 2025 Travel Unity Award categories are:
- Inclusion Champion
- Community Impact
- Outstanding Academic Research
- Outstanding Organizational Initiative
- Youth Leadership
Notes on applying:
- Self-nominations are welcome
- There is no fee to apply or nominate
- All applications are due by Sunday, August 31, 2025
2025 Application Forms
Inclusion Champion
Community Impact
Outstanding Academic Research
Outstanding Organizational Initiative
Youth Leadership
2024 Award Winners



Dr. Juan Madera 2024 Outstanding Academic Research Award “for his research focusing on DEI in the hospitality and tourism section” | Stephanie Sheehy 2024 Applied DEI Champion Award “promotes DEI in the travel and fashion industries” | Tonya Fitzpatrick 2024 Applied DEI Champion Award “advocates for marginalized communities in travel“ |



Visit Greater Palm Springs 2024 Outstanding Organizational Initiative Award “for his research focusing on DEI in the hospitality and tourism section.” | Diego Rendon 2024 Youth Award “advocates for inclusivity in travel, impacting his university and beyond“ | Ethan Gelber 2024 Director Appreciation Award “for his role in founding Travel Unity and his years of dedicated service to its mission” |