
Celebrate Excellence. Nominate a Hero
By recognizing excellence across these diverse categories, the GHPAC Golden Gala Awards & Symposium aims to celebrate the multifaceted achievements and contributions of the Ghanaian diaspora, inspiring continued progress and unity within the community Review steps to Nominate below.
Individual Award Categories
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Community Leadership Award
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Corporate Excellence Award
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Cultural Heritage Award
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Youth Empowerment Award
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Entrepreneurial Achievement Award
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Philanthropy and Volunteerism Award
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Advocacy and Social Justice Award
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Global Impact Award
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Education and Scholarship Award
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Health, Medical Service and Wellness Leader Award
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Innovation and Technology Award
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Lifetime Achievement Award
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Political Impact Award
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Storyteller Award

Recognizes an individual that has shown exceptional leadership in advancing the well-being and development of the Ghanaian diaspora community through various initiatives and programs.

Honors a professional who has achieved remarkable success and recognition in their field, demonstrating expertise, innovation, and dedication.

Celebrates an individual that has made significant contributions to preserving and promoting Ghanaian culture, traditions, and heritage through artistic, educational, or community efforts.

Recognizes a young leader dedicated to empowering the youth within the Ghanaian diaspora through mentorship, education, or advocacy initiatives.

Highlights an entrepreneur that has demonstrated exceptional innovation, success, and impact, contributing to economic growth and job creation within the community.

Honors an individual for their outstanding philanthropic efforts and volunteer service, significantly improving the lives of others and addressing community needs.

Recognizes a person actively engaged in advocating for social justice, equality, and the rights, driving positive change through policy, activism, or community work.

Celebrates an individual whose work has had a significant positive impact on an international scale, fostering global engagement and collaboration.

Acknowledges a dedicated educator, academic that has made notable contributions to advancing education and scholarship within the Ghanaian diaspora community.

Honors a healthcare professional, organization, or initiative that has significantly contributed to improving the health and wellness of the Ghanaian diaspora community through medical service, research, or health education.

Recognizes an individual that has pioneered innovative technologies or solutions addressing community challenges and promoting development.

Pays tribute to an individual whose lifetime of dedication, service, and accomplishments has had a lasting and profound impact on the Ghanaian diaspora and beyond.

- The nominee has made significant contributions to the field of politics and has had a positive impact on the political landscape.
- The nominee has successfully implemented policies or initiatives that have brought about positive change in society.
- The nominee has demonstrated strong leadership skills and has acted as a catalyst for political reform.
- The nominee's actions have had a lasting and meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

- The nominee has the ability to captivate and inspire through storytelling.
- The nominee's stories have had a profound impact on individuals and communities, promoting empathy and understanding.
- The nominee's storytelling has shed light on important social, cultural, or personal issues, bringing about positive change.
- The nominee's stories have resonated with audiences and have the power to evoke emotions and provoke thought.
Group Award Categories
- Recognizes an outstanding business that has demonstrated exceptional performance, growth, and contribution to the community over the past year.
- Recognizes an outstanding business that has demonstrated exceptional performance, growth, and contribution to the community over the past year.
- Celebrates a promising startup that has shown significant potential, innovation, and growth within its early stages.
- Recognizes a small business that has achieved notable success and impact, demonstrating excellence in its operations and contributions to the local economy.
- Celebrates a business that operates with a social mission, effectively combining profit with positive social impact and addressing critical community issues.
- Recognizes a business that has successfully expanded beyond local markets, achieving significant international growth and impact.
- Celebrates a family-owned business that has demonstrated sustained success, effective succession planning, and significant contribution to the community.
- Recognizes a business that has demonstrated a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility, actively engaging in initiatives that benefit the community and environment.
- Honors organization, or initiative that has significantly contributed to improving the health and wellness of the Ghanaian diaspora community through medical service, research, or health education.