The awards are proudly supported by HM Courts and Tribunals Service, HM Prison and Probation Service, SFJ Awards and iCQ Awards. Our official media partner is Police Oracle.

Designed to celebrate the very best from across the sector, Inspire Justice brings together professionals from a diverse range of justice disciplines, recognising those who go above and beyond to make a difference through their work.

Whether it’s supporting victims, protecting communities, driving innovation, or supporting rehabilitation, the awards recognise the extraordinary contributions being made every day across the justice workforce.

Award categories for 2027

The categories for this year are:

  • Apprentice of the Year – sponsored by SFJ Awards
  • DEI Initiative of the Year
  • Voluntary and Community Impact Award
  • Policing Staff Member of the Year
  • Courts and Tribunals Service Staff Member of the Year – supported by HMCTS
  • Custody and Detention Staff Member of the Year
  • Community Safety and Rehabilitation Award
  • Inspectorate Staff Member of the Year
  • Educator of the Year – sponsored by iCQ Awards
  • Civil Contingency and Resilience Award
  • Digital Innovation Award
  • Lived Experience Champion

Celebrating excellence across the justice sector

Over the past four years, the Inspire Justice Awards have showcased exceptional examples of leadership, collaboration, creativity and dedication from every corner of the justice system.

Previous winners have included frontline practitioners, operational staff, educators, volunteers, innovators, and community champions, and the awards continue to highlight the people making a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

Commenting on the launch of the 2027 awards, John Rogers, Chief Executive of Skills for Justice, said:

“Each year, the Inspire Justice Awards provide an opportunity to recognise the people whose commitment and professionalism help strengthen our justice system and support communities across the UK. We know there are thousands of individuals and teams carrying out exceptional work every day, often without recognition, and these awards give us the chance to celebrate their achievements.

“We encourage organisations, colleagues and partners from across the sector to come forward and nominate the people whose dedication, innovation and impact deserve to be recognised on a national stage.”

Megan Lee-Devlin, Chief Executive Officer at HM Courts & Tribunals Service, added:

“I’m delighted that HMCTS will once again be sponsoring the Inspire Justice Awards.

“Working closely with our partners across the justice system is crucial to our success. These awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate not only the dedication and achievements of our staff, but also those of the partners we work alongside every day.

“I look forward to celebrating their achievements at the 2027 awards ceremony.”

Submit your nomination

Nominations for the Inspire Justice Awards 2027 are now open. They will close at midday on Monday 2 November 2026.

If you know an individual, team or initiative that has made an outstanding contribution to the justice sector, now is the time to recognise their success.

Following a judging process, finalists will be invited to attend the Inspire Justice Awards ceremony in March 2027, where winners will be announced and celebrated alongside peers from across the sector.

Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate those who are making a positive impact across the justice system.

Submit a nomination