Friends, Families and Travellers Awards 2026

Celebrating the achievements of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.

There are so many rich contributions and incredible achievements to celebrate within Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, and this year is no different.

The Friends, Families and Travellers Awards 2026 will spotlight inspiring individuals who have made special contributions to their own communities and to wider society.

We’re looking for people from Romany Gypsy, Irish Traveller, Scottish Gypsy/Traveller, Welsh Gypsy and Traveller, New Traveller, Liveaboard Boater, Roma and Showman communities who you think deserve an award for their work or achievements.

Nominations will close on 25 January 2026.

Please read the information on each category on the Friends, Families and Travellers website so you know what to consider in your nominations!

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* 1. What's your name?

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* 2. Please enter your contact details

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 3. What award would you like to make a nomination for?

Inspirational Young Person

Arts, Culture and Heritage Award

Sporting Excellence Award

The Education Award

Inspirational Project Award

Alexander Award for Lifetime Achievement

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* 4. Who would you like to nominate?

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* 5. What is your relationship to the person or project?

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* 6. Contact details of the person/group you would like to nominate:

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 7. Community background of person/group you would like to nominate:

Romany Gypsy

Irish Traveller

New Traveller

Scottish Gypsy / Traveller

Welsh Gypsy / Traveller

Travelling Showperson

Liveaboard Boater

Roma

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Why do you think this person / group of people deserve to win this award? Please give as much detail as possible – the more information we have, the easier it is for us to give the award.