2025 Shortlisted Nominee
Positive Role Model Award: Race, Religion & Faith
Annisha is a bold and visionary leader in equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging, known for driving meaningful change across some of the UK’s most prominent organisations. With a career spanning the public, private and voluntary sectors, she integrates inclusive leadership and systemic equity into culture and strategy. Widely recognised for challenging norms and removing barriers, Annisha creates environments where people feel valued and heard. Her deep commitment to community progress is reflected in mentoring future changemakers through Global Purpose Enterprise and her role as a charity Trustee at the Sutton African & Caribbean Cultural Organisation. She also champions justice in education as a primary school governor in South London and a Trustee at The BRIT School. Courageous, authentic and values-driven, Annisha continues to lead initiatives that inspire lasting inclusion, making her a role model across both organisational and community spaces.