Brighton based charity, Men Get Eating Disorders Too, has been shortlisted for in the Community Organisation for Gender category at The National Diversity Awards.
The ceremony celebrates inspiring achievements of positive role models and community organisations across the UK.
The awards aim to recognise nominees in their respective fields of diversity including age, disability, gender, race, faith, religion and sexual orientation.
The National Diversity Awards will be held at the Queens Hotel on September 20.
Leeds will play host to the prestigious black-tie event which has been sponsored by a growing list of top employers including Microsoft, Transport for London, Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC), Sky, MI5, The Co-operative Group, The Open University and the Financial Ombudsman Service amongst others.
The awards have gained a mass of celebrity support from the likes of Stephen Fry, paralympians Jody Cundy, Claire Harvey and singing sensation Misha B.
Misha Commented:
“I’m Delighted to be a patron of The National Diversity Awards; A great opportunity to recognise and celebrate diversity in all its glory.”
TV personality and BIg Brother presenter Brian Dowling will host the evening, along with British actress and CBeebies presenter Cerrie Burnell.
Brian said:
“Last year was an amazing night filled with so many inspirational people, and it made a change to be at a national event that recognised the different variety of talent that the UK has to offer.
“I look forward to witnessing what the 2013 ceremony will bring, but I know another fantastic array of role models and charities will be celebrated.”
Veteran activist Peter Tatchell was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at last year’s ceremony, alongside Zita Holbourne, recognised for tirelessly fighting social and racial justice over the last 20 years.
Paul Sesay, Founder of The NDA’s said:
“Well done to all shortlisted nominees. We had an overwhelming amount of nominations this year and the standard has been exceptional.
“I know another fantastic spectacle of role models will be delivered and recognised this year.”
Sam Thomas, MGEDT founder and director, said:
“We are thrilled to be shortlisted for our category and have our work recognised in this way.”
Men Get Eating Disorders Too is the UK’s only charity dedicated to raising awareness and supporting the needs of men affected by eating disorders. They provide information through their website, online peer support and training for professionals.
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