CATEGORIES BEST CONTRIBUTION AWARD SPONSORED BY BòRD NA GàIDHLIG
For the individual, group or organisation that has contributed significantly towards the growth or development of the Gaelic language in 2020-21 either locally, nationally or internationally. As well as recognising those who have been promoting Gaelic for years, this award is also open to those who may have broken new ground. YOUNG GAELIC AMBASSADOR For an outstanding young person (under 25) who has made a significant contribution to the promotion of the Gaelic language in 2020-21. GAELIC AS AN ECONOMIC ASSET AWARD To recognise success made by a business, social enterprise or community group in realising the proven economic value of Gaelic towards Scotland’s economy. This can be marked through turnover, attributable and measurable, associated with the use of Gaelic as an asset to add economic value. The award recognises a wide range of initiatives from the creative industries, food and drink, tourism and commercial provision. COMMUNITY AWARD For the group, organisation, community or school that has done most to utilise and promote Gaelic within its community. ARTS & CULTURE AWARD For the most outstanding contribution to Gaelic culture in 2020-21. The award can cover literature, poetry, music, visual art, drama or digital media in Scotland and/or abroad.
INNOVATION AWARD
For the individual, group or organisation who showed the most innovation and creativity using the Gaelic language or contribution to the growth or development of the Gaelic language in 2020-21. This award is also open to those who inspire the learning of Gaelic by devising new methods of teaching/learning or who create innovative learning resources for any age.
EDUCATION AWARD
For teachers, support staff, pupils/students, local authority or education group which creates innovative ideas to support the strong delivery of Gaelic education (both for GME and GLE). This award looks for nominations at any level from pre-school to further and higher education.
BEST GAELIC CONTRIBUTION TO MEDIA
For the individual, team, production company or programme that has contributed significantly towards the world of media through the medium of Gaelic in 2020-21 either locally, nationally or internationally.
GAELIC AND THE ENVIRONMENT AWARD
For the individual, group, project or organisation who have gone that extra mile to consider the environment in their efforts to promote the Gaelic language.