2026 Shortlisted Nominee
Community Organisation Award: Race, Religion & Faith
Grassroots Luton is a long‑established community organisation dedicated to strengthening cohesion, understanding and belonging across one of the UK’s most diverse towns. For 35 years, it has acted as a trusted bridge‑builder, delivering interfaith dialogue, youth and women’s empowerment programmes, community education and initiatives that challenge prejudice, extremism and social division. Working across faiths, cultures and generations, Grassroots Luton creates spaces where people connect, collaborate and build shared solutions. Its work includes peacebuilding events, leadership development, cultural projects and crisis response, alongside major initiatives such as Near Neighbours and Fairtrade Town campaigning. Grassroots Luton is nationally recognised for its commitment to unity, dignity and social justice.