Lodołamacze 2026 awards recognize disability inclusion in Poland

The 21st edition of the Lodołamacze 2026 competition, which honors organizations and individuals promoting the professional integration of people with disabilities, concluded with a final gala in Warsaw.

Key winners included the Pyrkon festival, which received the award for ‘Friendly Space’ for its accessibility initiatives, such as sign language translation for cosplay contests and sensory-friendly zones. In the Pomerania region, lawyer Katarzyna Heba was named the ‘Special Lodołamacz 2026’ for her legal advocacy regarding disability rights and the implementation of UN Convention standards. Additionally, the Zakład Aktywności Zawodowej in Czarnem won first place in the Social and Vocational Rehabilitation category.

Other recognized entities included the Honolulu Social Cooperative from Katowice, which won in the micro and small enterprise category, and the FURIA Social Cooperative and Novol, which also received honors for their supportive work environments.