Celebrating Digital Excellence in Health and Care
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July 9, 2026
Entries are now open for the 2026 Digital Health & Care Awards, celebrating the people, teams and organisations driving innovation and transformation across Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland.
Supported by Digital Health and Care Northern Ireland (DHCNI), the awards recognise outstanding achievements in the use of digital technology, data and innovation to improve services, empower patients and carers, enhance staff experience, and deliver better outcomes for our population.
The awards will showcase excellence across seven categories, highlighting inspiring examples of digital transformation, collaboration and leadership from across the HSC system. From pioneering data-driven improvements and innovative partnerships to emerging talent and high-performing digital teams, the awards provide an opportunity to recognise and celebrate those making a real difference. We encourage individuals and teams from across Health and Social Care to submit an entry and share their success stories.
The awards are:
Improving Services
Empowering People
Driving Change using Data and Analytics
Improving Staff Experience through the use of Digital and Data
Partnership for Digital Innovation
Digital Team of the Year
Digital Rising Star
Deadline for entry is 28th August 2026 – Late entries will not be accepted
Winners will be announced at the Digital Health & Care Awards Ceremony on 8 October 2026, at La Mon Hotel, Belfast, where we will celebrate the people and projects shaping the future of digital health and care in Northern Ireland.
Submit your entry today and help showcase the innovation, dedication and impact transforming health and social care services across Northern Ireland.
For more information and to submit an entry click here: Enter DHCNI Digital Awards 2026
Page last updated: 9 July 2026