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We’re proud to unveil the 25 categories for this year’s GNIMAG Awards, celebrating the incredible individuals, businesses, and organisations working to uplift, support, and empower our vibrant community. From grassroots activists to inclusive employers, fabulous entertainers to trailblazing charities, these awards spotlight those making real, lasting impact across the province of Northern Ireland and beyond.
Whether you’re nominating someone who’s changed your life or celebrating your own journey, the 2025 GNIMAG Awards are your chance to make your voice count.
GNIMAG Awards 2025: Categories & Descriptions
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LGBTQIA+ Charity of the Year
Recognising an outstanding charity making a tangible difference to LGBTQIA+ lives across Northern Ireland and beyond.
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Finance or Legal Firm of the Year
Celebrating firms offering inclusive, affirming, and ethical services for clients.
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Ally of the Year
Honouring a non-LGBTQIA+ individual who has gone above and beyond to uplift and support the community.
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Business Contribution Award
Awarded to a business making a strong, ongoing commitment to LGBTQIA+ equality and visibility.
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Health & Wellbeing Award
Recognising individuals or organisations promoting physical, mental, or emotional wellbeing for everyone.
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Reputable Retailer Award
Awarded to a retail business that is known for providing an inclusive and respectful environment.
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Supportive Media Award
Celebrating media outlets championing LGBTQIA+ voices, stories, and issues.
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Entertainer Award
Honouring LGBTQIA+ entertainers who make waves through performance, visibility, and cultural impact.
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Supportive Employer Award
Awarded to a workplace with outstanding inclusion, diversity practices, and support for LGBTQIA+ staff.
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Inclusive Education Award
Recognising schools, educators, or initiatives that foster inclusion in learning environments.
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Motivation Award
For personal trainers, coaches, or educators inspiring individuals to thrive through mentorship and support.
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Wedding Venue of the Year
Celebrating wedding venues that offer inclusive, welcoming, and affirming services for all couples.
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Small Business Award
Recognising a small or independent business making a big impact on inclusion and community life.
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Drag Artist of the Year
Celebrating a drag performer whose art, activism, and performance have inspired and uplifted the community.
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Entertainment Award
Awarded to a venue, service or event that provides safe, inclusive, and affirming entertainment for LGBTQIA+ people.
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People’s Choice Charity
Voted by the public to honour a grassroots or well-known charity doing meaningful work.
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Advocate Award
Honouring someone who uses their platform to advocate powerfully and consistently for inclusion and equality.
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Restaurant of the Year
Recognising a restaurant that is openly inclusive and offers a welcoming environment for all patrons.
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Wedding Supplier of the Year
Honouring wedding service providers who go the extra mile to make LGBTQIA+ couples feel seen, heard, and celebrated.
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Inclusive Sporting Award
Awarded to an individual, team, or organisation making sport an inviting and inclusion space for all.
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Queer-Friendly Venue of the Year
Recognising a non-exclusively LGBTQIA+ venue that consistently supports and welcomes queer customers and events.
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Hotel of the Year
Celebrating hotels with exceptional service, inclusivity, and visibility in support of LGBTQIA+ guests.
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23. Inclusive Fitness Award
For gyms, studios, or wellness providers creating welcoming, safe spaces for all clients.
24. Creator Award
Recognising a content creator using their platform to uplift, educate, and entertain.
25. A Day to Remember Award
Honouring venues across the province that go above and beyond to make every visit inclusive, welcoming, and truly special.
​IT'S TIME FOR THE BIG REVEAL!
We are thrilled to officially announce our Headline Sponsor and Charity Partner for the 2025 GNI MAG Awards! Daniel May, Director of GNI Magazine, said "We’re incredibly proud to reveal that our headline sponsor for the 2025 GNI MAG Awards is none other than Kremlin & Union Street. From the beginning of GNI almost 15 years ago, Kremlin and Union Street have been at the heart of our community and our journey. Over the years, they’ve won countless awards and been a consistent force for inclusion, visibility, and joy within Belfast’s LGBTQIA+ scene. To now be partnering with them on this scale feels both exciting and deeply fitting. We’re looking forward to celebrating the heroes of our community with them by our side."
GNI MAG AWARDS 2024 - WHAT A SUCCESS!
On Saturday 23rd November the annual GNI AWARDS Supported by Danske Bank returned to The Crowne Plaza in what was an amazing night acknowledging many Businesses, Charities and Individuals who work tirelessly to improve the lives of LGBTQIA+ people.
In a short 10 a day window over 56,000 votes were received for this years finalists, this is testament to the great work they do for LGBTQIA+ people across the province.
A huge aim of the night was also raising funds for our Charity partner The Rainbow Project.
We donated £10 from each ticket purchased, when added with the money raised from the raffle almost £6500 was raised. Thanks to all who attended, purchased tickets and especially to the 20 companies/people who donated prizes.
It was amazing to have Danske Bank onboard as our official sponsor and to continue working with our charity partner The Rainbow Project.
Thank you to everyone who played a part, all the finalists, the winners, our sponsors, vendors, those who donated towards the raffle, lighting/sounds, tech, entertainment and hotel staff - the night would not have been possible without each and every one of you.
In the new year we will be back with information on the 2025 awards though for now you can enjoy our highlights clip below. You can also access over 250 images taken on the night via our Facebook - click here