On 22 November 2021, the European Commission will officially launch for the first time the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award. This award will recognise the work done by cities, towns, or regions in the EU to promote inclusion and help create discrimination-free societies. The applications will be open from 22 November 2021 until 15 February 2022 and the winners will be announced at an Award Ceremony on 28 April 2022.