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NOMINATIONS FOR THE BAHAGHARI AWARDS 2025 ARE NOW OPEN!


Each year, PFIP honors outstanding individuals, networks, and organizations that lead the way in advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Philippine workplace. These awards celebrate bold leadership, transformative programs, and unwavering allyship that make our communities stronger, safer, and more inclusive.

We invite you to submit your nominations and help us recognize the changemakers who are raising the banner higher for equality.

NOMINATIONS

To nominate an individual, group, or organization for the PFIP Bahaghari Awards 2026, please ensure the following requirements are met:


1. Nomination Video
Submit a video with a maximum duration of 3 minutes showcasing the nominee’s accomplishments, credentials, and contributions to LGBTQIA+ inclusion and equality. This video will serve as the primary material for judging, so please ensure it is comprehensive, well-produced, and impactful.


2. Google Form Submission
A fully accomplished nomination form must be submitted via the official Google Form.

This includes:

• Basic nominee information

• Nominator details

• Brief written summary of the nominee’s work

• Upload link for the nomination video

• Upload of relevant supporting documents (e.g., certificates, media coverage, endorsements, project reports, etc.)

• Video Upload


***The 3-minute nomination video must be uploaded through the same Google Form. Only entries with a successfully uploaded video will be considered for evaluation.


4. In addition to the video, all supporting materials must be compiled into a single PDF file. These materials serve to further substantiate and provide evidence of the nominee’s accomplishments.


Supporting materials may include, but are not limited to:

  • Photos

  • Published write-ups or articles

  • Event documentation

  • Policies or programs initiated

  • Testimonials or letters of support

  • Certificates or awards

All materials must be clearly captioned, properly labeled, and organized to ensure ease of review and to strengthen the overall submission.

All PFIP member companies are invited to submit nominations for the six (6) main corporate award categories: Company of the Year, Network of the Year, LGBTQ+ Leader of the Year, Executive Ally of the Year, Emerging Changemaker of the Year, and the Inclusive Innovation Excellence Award. These categories recognize organizations and leaders who are embedding inclusion into leadership, culture, and innovation within the corporate space.

Meanwhile, nominations for the Special Recognitions including Advocacy of the Year, PFIP’s Choice for Ally of the Year, and PFIP’s Choice for LGBTQ+ Role Model of the Year are open to the public.

Whether from member companies or the wider community, every nomination is an opportunity to spotlight individuals and organizations shaping a more inclusive and equitable future.

Each nomination must include a video presentation that captures the story, impact, and relevance of the nominee or initiative. This video will serve as the primary material for judging and should be designed to highlight why the nominee deserves to be among the finalists.


GENERAL VIDEO REQUIREMENTS

  • Video Length: Maximum of 3 minutes

  • File Format: MP4 (.mp4)

  • Orientation: Landscape (16:9)

  • Resolution: Minimum 1280x720 (HD); 1920x1080 (Full HD) preferred

  • Audio Quality: Clear voice audio; avoid background noise or distorted sound

  • Language: English or Filipino

    • If in Filipino or another local language, please include English subtitles

AWARD CATEGORIES AND CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

Recognizes an organization that has made significant advances in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion for the LGBT+ community. This award highlights a company with a strong, sustainable commitment to making a difference.

Criteria for Judging:
• Policy Framework (30%) – Established policies and benefits that support LGBT+ inclusion.
• Workplace Culture (25%) – Fosters a safe, accepting, and welcoming environment for LGBT+ employees.
• External Impact (25%) – Supports wider LGBT+ communities through partnerships, CSR, or public advocacy.
• Leadership Commitment (20%) – Company leaders openly champion and role-model inclusion and belonging.
Recognizes a senior executive or corporate ally who has championed LGBT+ inclusion within their organization and beyond. This award celebrates their role in making workplaces safe, inclusive spaces for all.

Criteria for Judging:
• Leadership Commitment (30%) – Advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion at an executive level.
• Policy & Culture Impact (25%) – Influences policies and creates a culture that supports LGBT+ employees.
• Active Advocacy (25%) – Participates in LGBT+-inclusive programs, speaks out publicly, and leads by example.
• Measurable Results (20%) – Achieves tangible outcomes in promoting belonging and inclusivity.
Honors an inspiring and passionate LGBT+ individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and resilience within their organization or community. This award celebrates their efforts in breaking barriers, advancing inclusion, and serving as a role model for others.

Criteria for Judging:
• Leadership & Impact (30%) – Displays visionary, inclusive, and transformative leadership.
• Advocacy & Visibility (25%) – Advocates openly for the LGBT+ community and promotes visibility.
• Community Engagement (25%) – Engages in activities or programs that uplift the LGBT+ community.
• Personal Journey & Courage (20%) – Inspires others through their personal story and resilience.
Recognizes an employee resource group (ERG) or pride network within an organization that has demonstrated exceptional efforts to foster belonging, educate colleagues, and advocate for LGBT+ rights and inclusion.

Criteria for Judging:
• Impact & Reach (30%) – Number of employees engaged and breadth of programs implemented.
• Innovative Programs (25%) – Creation of unique, relevant, and impactful activities and initiatives.
• Collaboration & Engagement (25%) – Works with external organizations, stakeholders, and the wider community.
• Measurable Results (20%) – Shows concrete outcomes of its efforts (policy changes, increased engagement, employee satisfaction).

Award Eligibility

To be eligible for the Inclusive Innovation Excellence Award, an organization must:

  • Be nominated for Company of the Year.
  • Be nominated for Pride Network of the Year.
  • Demonstrate a workplace innovation, initiative, policy, process, or program that has been implemented within its Philippine operations.
  • Provide evidence of meaningful impact on employees, workplace culture, accessibility, belonging, career growth, or organizational effectiveness.
  • Show how the initiative can be sustained, expanded, or replicated across teams, functions, or locations.

Why This Requirement Matters

  • The Inclusive Innovation Excellence Award recognizes organizations that not only demonstrate enterprise-wide commitment to inclusion but also cultivate strong employee-led communities that help shape workplace culture and innovation. Requiring nomination for both Company of the Year and Pride Network of the Year ensures that recipients have demonstrated excellence in organizational leadership, employee engagement, and inclusive workplace practices before being considered for this premier recognition.


  • As a distinguished recognition, eligibility is limited to organizations that have been nominated for both Company of the Year and Pride Network of the Year, demonstrating excellence in both enterprise-wide inclusion strategy and employee community impact.


Criteria for judging

Philippine Workforce & Community Impact | 25%

Strategic Integration & Organizational Commitment | 25%

Employee Co-Creation & Trust | 15%

Scalability & Sustainability | 15%

Innovation & Industry Influence | 20%

Recognizing a rising company who has shown exceptional promise and impact in driving inclusion, inspiring others, and creating positive change.

Criteria for judging

Leadership Commitment & Organizational Courage (25%)

The organization demonstrates visible leadership commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and has taken meaningful action to advance belonging, accessibility, fairness, and employee well-being.


Employee Experience & Sense of Belonging (25%)

The organization has created initiatives, programs, or workplace practices that improve employees' day-to-day experience and foster a culture where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.

Innovation & Emerging Impact (20%)

The organization has introduced creative approaches, programs, policies, technologies, or partnerships that demonstrate meaningful progress toward a more inclusive workplace.


Philippine Workforce & Community Impact (20%)

The organization's efforts have created meaningful impact within its Philippine operations and contribute positively to the broader workplace inclusion ecosystem in the country.


Sustainability & Growth Potential (10%)
The organization demonstrates that its inclusion efforts are positioned for continued growth and long-term success.

Recognizing a group or organization that has made a powerful and sustained impact in advancing LGBTQ+ rights, visibility, and inclusion through advocacy, education, and public engagement.

Criteria for Judging

  • Impact and Reach – 30%

Measures the scale of influence, number of beneficiaries, and tangible outcomes achieved by the advocacy.


  • Advocacy Advancement and Innovation – 25%

Evaluates creativity, strategy, and effectiveness of programs or campaigns in advancing the cause.


  • Sustainability and Commitment – 25%

Assesses consistency, long-term engagement, and how well the advocacy is sustained over time.


  • Inclusivity and Social Relevance – 20%

Looks at how the advocacy promotes inclusion, responds to real community needs, and represents marginalized groups.

NOMINATE NOW