The Sikh Awards is an annual awards ceremony dedicated to recognising the contributions of the Sikh community to a variety of fields. The first annual Sikh Awards ceremony was held on October 10, 2010 as a tribute to the skills, achievements, and successes of the Sikh community. The event was organized by The Sikh Directory.
The Sikh Directory was published in 2006 and has since been updated and published annually. It is currently the worldâÂÂs largest and most comprehensive Sikh business directory. It is an established and trusted brand which educates the next generation, stimulates community networking and connects buyers and sellers.
The Sikh DirectoryâÂÂs main objective is to serve, connect and unite the Sikh community around the world, to help promote and magnify the competitiveness and breadth of Sikh businesses internationally.
The awards are given to organisations and individuals that have shown considerable commitment to their respective fields, particularly Sikhs showing outstanding delivery of service and selfless voluntary service (seva).
"For the organisation or individual that can best demonstrate how it has made exceptional financial returns, shown strong growth, innovative strategies and clear market leadership in its sector. This category also incorporates Business Man, Business Women and Entrepreneur awards."
"For an individual, organisation, or society which can best demonstrate that it has the community at heart and has had a positive impact whilst improving the health and wellbeing of society."
"For any Sikh educational establishment, teacher or individual that is taking a strategic approach to recognising, educating and developing the talent and skills within the community."
"This category recognises directors, presenters, comedians, instrumentalists and musical artists etc⦠respected role models who promote the Sikh identity within the entertainment industry."
"For an individual or organisation that has made a substantial positive impact within the media industry, including newspapers, websites, radio and television stations and all other media platforms."
"Nominees in this category are employees whose contributions have made an exceptional difference on a local or global scale, in any field such as financial, medical, technology, government or legal."
"This category recognises an outstanding individual who has shown exceptional vision and contribution to society through means of Seva (Selfless Voluntary Service)."
"For an individual that has made a significant contribution to the sports industry on a regional, national or global scale whilst promoting their Sikh Identity."
"For a Sikh who has made a significant contribution to Sikhism on a global scale, an individual who has demonstrated a positive impact on society whilst progressing Sikhism to higher levels."
"Chosen by the community through the online voting process this category recognises an individual who has had a positive impact on peopleâÂÂs lives and has great admiration from others."
"This highly respected honour is bestowed to a Sikh or non-Sikh that through their passion, dedication and commitment have made a significant contribution for the greater good of society."