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The Afrofinns Achievement Awards are individual and group awards, delivered to nominees at the Afrofinns Gala night. They are inclusive and suitable for a community with a wide range of abilities and interests. They can also be tailored to support any activity and provide a framework to support innovative ideas or curriculum for excellence.

The Afrofinns Achievement Awards offers a formal recognition and accreditation for members of the Afro-Finnish community. They are delivered in a range of 13 categories, which enables people to more effectively recognise and articulate their achievements within different contexts, increasing self-esteem, improving motivation and keeping them engaged within our society in general.

How we decide who wins the awards?

The award selectin process is based for a big part on the plan-do-review process. Planning process, implementation process and what the outcome has provided as advancement to the individual and by ricochet to the community.

13. Lifetime achievement

The lifetime achievement award, recognize contributions over the whole of a career, rather than or in addition to single contributions, of Longstanding Afrofinns who have continually dedicated much of their professional career to the advancement of the Afro-finnish. For decades, these extraordinary members have repeatedly volunteered time and effort serving for the betterment of the Society.

The award is presented at the Annual Afrofinns Gala Night by a guest of honour.

12 Academic Achievement

The Academic Achievement Award within the Afrofinnish community celebrates and promotes academic excellence by recognizing individuals who have made significant scholarly contributions. This prestigious award aims to encourage and honor academically gifted individuals who have successfully completed their education, inspiring others within the community to strive for academic success.

11. Music

This award is given for skill or distinction in music

10. Social media

The Social Media Awards recognizes individuals and organizations who effectively navigate through digital algorithms to capture attention and foster genuine interactions that lead to measurable societal impact. These awards honor innovators who leverage social media platforms to drive meaningful engagement and achieve tangible outcomes that benefit society as a whole.

8. Visual arts

The visual arts Award recognize artistic achievement, excellence in fine crafts and outstanding contribution to visual arts in Finland.

9. Entertainment

The award aims to highlight and celebrate achievement, talent, and personal excellence within the themed entertainment industry, serving as a platform to recognize outstanding contributions and performances. By providing positive incentives, it encourages both seasoned professionals and emerging entertainers to hone their skills and cultivate confidence, which can positively impact their present careers and future endeavors. The award is bestowed annually at the Afrofinns Gala Night by a distinguished guest of honor.

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Performing Arts

Performing arts encompass a diverse range of artistic disciplines that are performed live for an audience. This includes various forms such as theatre, dance, music (both classical and popular), opera, circus arts, and more. Performances in these disciplines often involve a combination of creativity, skill, and expression to convey ideas, emotions, stories, or concepts to the audience. The Performing Arts Awards in Finland specifically recognize the achievements and contributions of experienced artists within these fields, celebrating their talent, dedication, and impact on Finnish culture and society. The award ceremony is held annually as part of the Afrofinns event, honoring excellence in the performing arts community.

Sports

The award is designated for individuals actively engaged in competitive sports at a national level, acknowledging their exceptional talent, dedication, and performance. Additionally, it aims to honor and highlight the invaluable contributions of supporters such as parents, coaches, clubs, schools, or colleges in nurturing and fostering athletic achievement.

Career

The Career Achievement Award is bestowed upon individuals who have exhibited exemplary and forward-thinking professional leadership within their specific industries. These recipients have shown a combination of innovation and responsibility in their work, indicating not only current success but also the promise of future distinction. Moreover, they have displayed a steadfast commitment to serving others, either through their professional endeavors or through philanthropic activities. The award is a prestigious recognition presented annually at the Afrofinns Gala Night, typically by a distinguished guest of honor, celebrating the outstanding contributions and potential of the recipient.

Literature

Literature awards are prestigious honors bestowed upon outstanding literary works, bodies of work, or innovative literary initiatives. They recognize excellence in writing, storytelling, and literary contributions, often highlighting exceptional creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural significance within the literary landscape. These awards serve to celebrate and promote the achievements of authors, poets, playwrights, and other literary figures, elevating their work to broader recognition and acclaim within the literary community and beyond.

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Friend of Africa

In the context of the Annual Afrofinns Gala Night, the "Friend of Africa" award specifically honors individuals or entities that have gone above and beyond in fostering diversity and inclusion, particularly within the Afro-Finnish community or in connection with Africa more broadly. The award recognizes those who have actively promoted understanding, cooperation, and solidarity between different cultures, ethnicities, or backgrounds, thereby enriching the fabric of society and contributing to the well-being of African communities or individuals.

Community Leadership

The Community Leadership Award is a prestigious accolade aimed at acknowledging excellence across diverse facets of community engagement within the Afrofinns community. It celebrates remarkable contributions in areas such as community service, collaboration, and dedicated volunteering efforts. Leadership qualities are demonstrated through a spectrum of roles, ranging from official appointments to grassroots volunteerism. Recipients are honored during the Annual Afrofinns Gala Night, attended by esteemed guests who recognize and applaud their impactful endeavors.

Afrofinns Achievement Awards

This Sample award remains within Afrofinns organization, serving as a testament to the 4th Afrofinns achievements awards, while also serving as a reminder within Afrofinns' archives for posterity, ensuring that the legacy of excellence and dedication endures for generations to come.

Youth Achievement

The Youth Achievement Awards are delivered by inspiring partner organisations or individual in our network. They are adaptable, youth led framework which can be applied to almost any activity or anywhere young people engage in activities that interest them. We designed the awards to meet the needs of young Afrofinns by providing much needed recognition for the work young people do and closing the attainment gap.

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