02/06/2026
π Well, shucks. Iβm so incredibly proud to share that Diverse Nation has been named a Finalist in the Diverse Business category at the 2026 Enterprise Vision Awards.
As a neurodivergent woman, Chartered Psychologist, and founder of Diverse Nation, this recognition means so much more to me than just a business achievement.
Diverse Nation came from personal lived experience of navigating a world that often wasn't designed with neurodivergent people in mind. Like many autistic and ADHD adults, I've experienced the anxiety, sensory overwhelm, and unpredictability that can come with travelling and staying away from home, and I wanted to prove that accommodation could be different.
Today, Diverse Nation provides scientifically designed, neuroinclusive accommodation that helps guests feel calmer, safer, and more comfortable, whether they're travelling for work, visiting family, or taking a well-deserved break. Every property is carefully designed using psychological principles and lived experience to reduce sensory overwhelm and support wellbeing.
Over the past year, we've continued to demonstrate that neuroinclusive design isn't just possible, it's valuable. From achieving the Autism Friendly Award from the National Autistic Society to now being named an EVAS finalist, it's been an incredible journey.
To everyone who has supported Diverse Nation's journey...our guests, landlords, business partners, friends, family, and the incredible neurodivergent community that continues to inspire me every day, a massive heartfelt thank you π€
Whatever happens on awards night, I'm proud that we're helping to challenge perceptions, raise awareness, and show that neuroinclusion is not a niche issue but something that benefits everyone.
Chuffed to little bits.
Wish us luck! π