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The International Somali Awards celebrate outstanding achievements across various categories, recognising the incredible contributions made within the community to promote growth and progress. See our categories below and what each category means to us.

Sports Person of the Year will recognise an athlete or team whose performance that year most embodies the spirit of sportsmanship and achievement. We are looking for an athlete or team that has demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship and can inspire others.

The Arts Award will recognise outstanding contributions to the excellence, growth, support, and availability of the arts for the Somali people. You can nominate dance, museums, cultural spaces, cultural institutions, performance arts, virtual arts, spoken word, and other forms of art.

The Innovation Award will recognise organisations, individuals, businesses, or initiatives that came up with innovative or inventive approaches or solutions as we navigate a complex and changing external environment.

The Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award will recognise individuals or organisations that have had a significant impact on the community. We are looking for individuals or organisations that have demonstrated tangible achievement, passion, and dedication to having a positive impact on others.

The Entertainment Award will honour and celebrate creative people from around the world whose work drives us to want to play, watch, and listen to entertainment. You can nominate a singer, filmmaker, film, TV program, entertainer, content creator, comedian, and other forms of entertainment.