Award Categories
On this page you can browse the categories for the 2012 Wales Impact Awards and download an application pack.
Remember to check the eligibility criteria for each category. If you are unsure whether your company is eligible, please contact our office on 029 2078 0050.
The deadline for entries is midnight on 5 March 2012.
NEW CATEGORY LAUNCHED! Make sure you also take a look at our new Agile Organisation Award in partnership in Chwarae Teg. This category has just been launched and has an extended entry deadline of 30 March.
1. Wales Responsible Company of the Year
This Awards recognises the Welsh company, that through leadership and the integration of responsible business practice, is improving their business performance and their overall impact on society.
Eligibility: The Responsible Company of the Year Award is open only to private sector companies headquartered in Wales which are also Business in the Community members.
Eligibility: The Responsible Company of the Year Award is open only to private sector companies headquartered in Wales which are also Business in the Community members. Download Entry Form
Responsible Company of the Year (324 kb) ![[doc]](http://www.bitc.org.uk/display_images/document_icons/doc.gif)
2. The Employee Volunteering Award
This Award seeks to recognise the commitment, skills and time dedicated by business volunteers in making a positive impact in their local community.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
Employee Volunteering Award.doc (549 kb)
3. The Business Inspiring Young People Award
This Award is for the business making a difference by supporting and inspiring young people about the world of work.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
Business Inspiring Young People Award.doc (192 kb)
4. The Ready for Work Award
This Award recognises companies that are improving the employability skills of people from excluded groups.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
Ready for Work Award.doc (903 kb)
5. The Carbon Impact Award
This Award seeks to recognise the business that has successfully and sustainably reduced their carbon footprint.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
Carbon Reduction Award.doc (215 kb)
6. The People Development Award
This Award recognises the business making a difference by nuturing the talent and skills of its employees.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
People Development.doc (189 kb)
7. The Responsible Procurement Award
This Award recognises the business that can demonstrate innovation and impact across their supply chain.
Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
Download an entry pack
Responsible Procurement.doc (191 kb)
8. The Agile Organisation Award
This Award recognises workplace programmes and initiatives that demonstrate an agile or flexible approach to job design and the work environment which has resulted in a positive impact on employees and the business as a whole.
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Eligibility: This category is open to companies based in, or with significant operations in Wales.
This Award has an extended entry deadline of 30 March 2012.
Download an entry pack
Agile Organisation Award (255 kb)
