Awards

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


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”