The Asian Achievers Awards (AAA), also known as The People's Choice Awards, organised by Asian Business Publications Limited (ABPL), is a star-studded event where the renown and crème de la crème attend to celebrate and acknowledge the contribution and hard work of the British Asians in today's society. The awards has been taking place annually; this will be the 16th ceremony and will be held at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel, in September 2016.
The awards recognises the outstanding work from the individuals from across all walks of life within the Asian community, and acknowledge the accomplishments of the finest in the UK's Asian community. Each year, the awards illustrate and celebrate a certain aspect of society, and this year there will be an emphasis on the Professional of the Year category. British-Asian representation in Professional fields have increased over the last few years. The awards has chosen to pay tribute to those professionals in the UK who have contributed immensely to the fabric of the society.
There are ten categories for the Asian Achievers Awards and this week, Achievement in Media, Arts & Culture and Achievement in Community Service are among nine categories to be honoured during the night. We shall tell you about the other categories in the coming weeks. This week we will talk about two categories: Achievement in the Media, Arts and Culture and Achievement in Community Service.
The Achievement in the Media, Arts and Culture is the given to someone who has made their mark on the media, including print and broadcast media: cinema, art, music, dance, literature and many other forms of culture. Last year the renowned Sri Lankan born British author, Romesh Gunesekara took home the award. Shortlisted candidates included music producer, composer, award winning documentary film director Deeyah Khan, Radio and tv presenter and actor Adil Ray and designer Asif Khan.
The Achievement in Community Service is given in recognition of an individual’s or organisation's service to the community. Last year Jasvinder Sanghera CBE took home the award for being an outspoken campaigner and champion for the rights of those experiencing forced marriages and honour based abuse. Shortlist included Amir Cheema MBE, a Muslim Scout leader, Arun Patel from Polio Children and Husna Parvin Ahmad OBE, CEO of Global One 2015.
There are many British Asians in the UK who deserve the recognition along with their contributions in their respective fields. If you know someone who has contributed to the community, has broken the glass celling and deserves recognition then nominate them online at www.asianachieversawards.com or register their details on the nomination form of Asian Voice and Gujarat Samachar this week. Deadline for nominations is 31 July 2016.
