Nominations are now open for the Young Scottish Minority Ethnic Awards 2009 with the Spirit of Scotland Award becoming the Bashir Ahmad Spirit of Scotland Award in honour of the late MSPs philanthropic and political contributions to Scotland.

The Young Scottish Minority Ethnic Awards highlight the value of Scotland’s youth from all minority ethnic backgrounds; to recognise and reward those who have inspired others and positively contribute to life in Scotland.

The Young Scottish Minority Ethnic Awards:

1. Acknowledge & highlight the achievements of young Scots from minority Ethnic backgrounds

2. Educate the general public with examples of youth achievement.

3. Encourage & motivate young Scots from minority Ethnic backgrounds at all levels in their chosen field of endeavour.

4. Develop a sense of pride in being Scottish.

5. Build self-confidence through rewards for excellence.

6. Provide role models & mentors for our youth by highlighting their achievements and the pursuit of excellence.

7. Develop and encourage leadership and life skills in young Scots

The Awards recognise the achievements of Scottish minority ethnic youth in the following categories: Community Contribution; Best Arts Contribution; Sports Achievements; Friend of the Environment; Career Achievement; Future Political Force; Science & Technology/Engineering Initiative; Apprentice of the Year; and The Bashir Ahmad Spirit of Scotland.

Young Scots from minority Ethnic backgrounds aged between 14 and 26 years are eligible for nomination. The nominations will close at the end of November – nomination forms are available on the online at www.whozthedaddy.info.

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