UVAC are delighted to be supporting the 2026 Get the Nation Learning Awards, and in partnership with HOLEX,  sponsoring the Learning Provider of the Year award.

The Get the Nation Learning Awards are the biggest celebration of lifelong learning in England. They shine a light on people and organisations getting the nation learning, and examples of adult learning that support healthier futures, stronger communities, more opportunities, regional growth, and richer lives. 

These awards are a central part of the Get the Nation Learning campaign, led by Learning and Work Institute which aims to make and win the case for the importance of lifelong learning and celebrate people and organisations leading the change. Award categories are open to learners, employers, local authorities, community organisations, and learning providers. 

The deadline for nominations is Thursday 4 June, so if you know an inspiring employer, learning provider, community organisation, learner, or local authority help them gain the recognition they deserve!  By submitting a nomination, you can also help provide inspirational role models to others looking to learn from good practice. 

There are a wide range of categories you can submit a nomination for, with winners including learners, educators, learning providers, employers, community organisations, and local or mayoral authorities.

Find out about how make a nomination 

You can also join the campaign by signing the Get the Nation Learning Charter HERE