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Sharjah 24
04-07-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
SGCA 2025 seeks campaigns driving social impact
These two categories underscore SGCA's commitment to celebrating academic rigour, exceptional public engagement, and innovative leadership within the vital field of government communication. They recognise not only the ideas that advance the discipline but also the authentic voices that build stronger connections between institutions and the communities they serve. The submission deadline is July 24, 2025, and entries can be submitted via the official SGCA portal. Now in its 12th edition, the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) has established itself as a global benchmark for excellence in this field, having attracted over 3,800 submissions from 44 countries in 2024. The winners will be announced on the sidelines of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), which will be held in September 2025 at Expo Centre Sharjah. Positive behaviours, shared values Her Excellency Alia Bu Ghanem Al Suwaidi, Director of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, affirms the Sharjah Government Communication Award's dedication to cementing the role of purposeful communication in serving society and preserving identity. She stated that the categories of 'Best Communication Practice in Supporting Social Responsibility' and 'Best Campaigns Promoting Cultural Identity and the Arabic Language' embody the award's commitment to harnessing responsible government communication that places people at the heart of its message, strengthens their bond with their mother tongue and culture, and drives initiatives that positively impact social issues and values. Al Suwaidi also highlighted Sharjah's keen efforts to advance the presence of the Arabic language across media and communication spaces and government communication strategies, reinforcing its role in shaping an impactful official discourse that reflects our unique identity while engaging the world in our own language. Best communication practice in supporting social responsibility The 'Best Communication Practice in Supporting Social Responsibility' category honours government agencies, private entities, and international organisations that have initiated communication campaigns with a clear and measurable impact on social well-being. Eligible campaigns should demonstrate an integrated communication strategy rooted in ethical practices, effective community engagement, and innovative outreach methods. Submissions will be evaluated on their long-term impact, ability to build partnerships, and success in promoting social awareness and change. The evaluation process includes 10 weighted criteria, ranging from innovation and use of modern communication tools to tangible social outcomes and ethical alignment. Jury members will assess the campaign's ability to measure and sustain its impact through collaboration and documented success. Best campaign promoting cultural identity and the Arabic Language As globalisation poses challenges to linguistic and cultural preservation, SGCA seeks to reward campaigns that reinforce the central role of the Arabic language in shaping national identity and collective heritage. The 'Best Campaign Promoting Cultural Identity and the Arabic Language' category is open to public and private sector initiatives that have creatively and effectively promoted Arab identity, values, and linguistic pride; especially among younger generations. The campaigns should use compelling storytelling, modern technology, and culturally resonant messaging to engage the public and spark meaningful conversations around Arab identity. The jury will evaluate entries based on seven key components, including content quality, impact on the target audience, innovation, and documentation of results. Submissions must show how the initiative tackled real challenges around cultural dilution and inspired communities to embrace and celebrate the Arabic language as a pillar of heritage and unity. Submission process and deadline SGCA welcomes entries from across the globe, provided the campaigns were launched or significantly updated within the past two years. Submissions must include a 1,000-word description along with supporting documentation such as photos, statistics, reports, or videos. Each file should also contain a 250-word executive summary outlining the campaign's key objectives, tools, target audience, and measurable outcomes.
Gulf Today
01-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sharjah award seeks submissions of impactful contents
The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), a global annual initiative organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), continues to accept submissions for its 12th edition, with winners to be announced in September 2025. Recognising the power of effective messaging and content that has the ability to positively impact the world, this year's award programme seeks to identify and honour outstanding communication initiatives and digital content creators whose work informs, uplifts, and transforms societies globally. Applications are open until 24 July, 2025 at The award invites participants to reflect on the evolving nature of communication and its power to shape public discourse, influence perception, and contribute to societal progress. While all 23 categories across five key sectors celebrate innovation in communication, two categories in particular showcase how media and digital content are driving meaningful change: 'Best Communication and Media Content' and 'Best Changemakers in Digital Content'. The SGCA goes beyond traditional metrics such as media reach or digital virality, amplifying the power of content creation in all its evolving forms. The awards honour creators, institutions, and narratives that are redefining media across platforms, raising public awareness, and fostering a culture of responsible, impactful communication in today's digital age. The Best Communication and Media Content category is open to government entities, private institutions, and NGOs worldwide. It commends strategically conceived communication projects with clear objectives and measurable outcomes. Eligible entries will be considered through a broad range of formats, including comprehensive public campaigns, documentary productions, podcast series, digital platforms, and influential broadcast programming; to name a few. Submissions must exhibit excellence in production quality and creativity, but most importantly they must demonstrate strategic and well planned communication. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of measurable positive impact, such as enhanced public awareness, documented behavioural shifts, or contributions to policy development addressing societal challenges. Gulf Today, Staff Reporter SHARJAH: The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), a global annual initiative organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), continues to accept submissions for its 12th edition, with winners to be announced in September 2025. Recognising the power of effective messaging and content that has the ability to positively impact the world, this year's award programme seeks to identify and honour outstanding communication initiatives and digital content creators whose work informs, uplifts, and transforms societies globally. Applications are open until 24 July, 2025 at The award invites participants to reflect on the evolving nature of communication and its power to shape public discourse, influence perception, and contribute to societal progress. While all 23 categories across five key sectors celebrate innovation in communication, two categories in particular showcase how media and digital content are driving meaningful change: 'Best Communication and Media Content' and 'Best Changemakers in Digital Content'. The SGCA goes beyond traditional metrics such as media reach or digital virality, amplifying the power of content creation in all its evolving forms. The awards honour creators, institutions, and narratives that are redefining media across platforms, raising public awareness, and fostering a culture of responsible, impactful communication in today's digital age. The Best Communication and Media Content category is open to government entities, private institutions, and NGOs worldwide. It commends strategically conceived communication projects with clear objectives and measurable outcomes. Eligible entries will be considered through a broad range of formats, including comprehensive public campaigns, documentary productions, podcast series, digital platforms, and influential broadcast programming; to name a few. Submissions must exhibit excellence in production quality and creativity, but most importantly they must demonstrate strategic and well planned communication. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of measurable positive impact, such as enhanced public awareness, documented behavioural shifts, or contributions to policy development addressing societal challenges.
Gulf Today
25-06-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
Empower youth, inspire change: SGCA chief
As part of its 12th edition, the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA) 2025 has opened submissions for four prominent categories dedicated to children, adolescents, and youth. Selected from a total of 23 categories, these include: Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents, Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication, and two subcategories under Best Communication Targeting Youth — Best Communication Programme Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth, and Best Campaigns Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices. These categories reaffirm SGCA's mission to spotlight creative communication initiatives that empower and enable future generations across different communities. They aim to amplify young voices, support emerging talent, and foster behavioural and social growth. The Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents category honours initiatives that positively impact children's and adolescents' development and sense of responsibility, while Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication recognises impactful youth-led solutions that enhance transparency and public awareness. Meanwhile, the two subcategories under Best Communication Targeting Youth, Best Communication Programme Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth and Best Campaigns Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices, focus on programmes that support youth entrepreneurship and campaigns that influence values and behaviour using modern digital tools. Submissions are open until Thursday, July 24, 2025, through the official portal: Alya Al Suwaidi, Director of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), commented: 'The Sharjah Government Communication Award reflects the Emirate's vision to enable individuals, particularly youth, to take on essential roles in community building. Allocating award categories specifically for youth-led and youth-focused initiatives demonstrates our belief in communication as a powerful tool to strengthen awareness, build capabilities, and support expression and innovation within a diverse, culturally conscious environment.' 'Today's youth are not waiting for opportunities, they are creating them and reshaping the connection between institutions and society through dynamic, transparent, and intelligent communication,' Al Suwaidi said.
Sharjah 24
24-06-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
SGCA Award calls on next gen of communicators to inspire change
These categories reaffirm SGCA's mission to spotlight creative communication initiatives that empower and enable future generations across different communities. They aim to amplify young voices, support emerging talent, and foster behavioural and social growth. The Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents category honours initiatives that positively impact children's and adolescents' development and sense of responsibility, while Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication recognises impactful youth-led solutions that enhance transparency and public awareness. Meanwhile, the two subcategories under Best Communication Targeting Youth, Best Communication Programme Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth and Best Campaigns Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices, focus on programmes that support youth entrepreneurship and campaigns that influence values and behaviour using modern digital tools. Submissions are open until Thursday, July 24, 2025, through the official portal: Her Excellency Alya Al Suwaidi, Director of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), commented: 'The Sharjah Government Communication Award reflects the Emirate's vision to enable individuals, particularly youth, to take on essential roles in community building. Allocating award categories specifically for youth-led and youth-focused initiatives demonstrates our belief in communication as a powerful tool to strengthen awareness, build capabilities, and support expression and innovation within a diverse, culturally conscious environment.' 'Today's youth are not waiting for opportunities, they are creating them and reshaping the connection between institutions and society through dynamic, transparent, and intelligent communication,' Al Suwaidi said. She added: 'With the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the award continues to support impactful models of engagement and empowerment. SGCA plays an active role in reinforcing Sharjah's position as a regional and global hub for progressive government communication strategies rooted in intellectual leadership and community development.' Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents The award for 'Best Innovative Project Targeting Children and Adolescents' category recognises communication projects that positively impact children and adolescents' development, life skills, and social responsibility. Whether via educational platforms, books, games, or media, the award honours initiatives that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and cultural pride. Evaluation criteria include originality, engagement, impact, technological innovation, and long-term sustainability. Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication The award for 'Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication' category acknowledges youth-led initiatives that tackle social issues through innovative communication tools and strategies, enhancing relationships between governments and the public. Evaluation criteria include originality, impact, youth engagement, sustainability, and partnerships with government or non-government entities. Best Communication Programme Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth A subcategory under 'Best Communication Targeting Youth', the 'Best Communication Programme Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth' category honours programmes that support youth entrepreneurship and startups through education, networking, and solving challenges such as funding and employment. Key evaluation factors include programme clarity, creativity, measurable impact, scalability, sustainability, inclusivity, and long-term collaboration. Best Campaigns Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices The 'Best Campaigns Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices' is also a subcategory under 'Best Communication Targeting Youth'. This category recognises campaigns that use advanced technology and media to influence youth behaviour, values, and awareness positively. The jury will evaluate creativity, measurable behavioural impact, audience engagement, digital platform usage, and campaign sustainability. Together, these categories celebrate the innovative efforts of youth and institutions that amplify young voices, nurture talent, and foster behavioural and social growth. SGCA 2025 honours initiatives that bridge generations and cultures through strategic communication—whether via campaigns, educational media, or entrepreneurial empowerment. In 2024, SGCA received over 3,800 submissions from 44 countries. This year, the award continues to provide a global platform that enables influential voices to shape the present and future of our world.
Gulf Today
27-05-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
Sharjah government award motivates creatives
Sharjah Government Communication Award, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, stands out as an exceptional platform that honours creativity and pushes the boundaries of excellence. In its 12th edition, reshaping the concepts of influence and communication, the 'Best Changemakers in Digital Content Category' presents an innovative communication and media vision for the digital world. The award is open for nominations until July 24, offering an opportunity for talented, influential, and purposeful communication visionaries. This year, the award includes 23 categories divided into five main sectors: 'Government Entities, International Organisations, and the Private Sector Awards,' 'Individual Awards,' 'Partners Awards,' and finally, 'Jury Awards.' Those wishing to participate can apply through the official website ( The 'Best Changemakers in Digital Content Category' complements the award's objectives of honouring positive changemakers through content, given that positive change comes from the impact, motivation, and inspiration of words or images. Competitions for the 'Best Changemaker Under 18' and 'Best Changemaker Over 18' categories are open to all. The judging panel bases its evaluation on a set of precise criteria, including creativity, quality, and relevance of the content, positive impact on the recipient, technological comprehension, stimulating community interaction, contributing to learning, sustainability and impact of the content, and adherence to digital ethics. The category focuses on the essence of the message, the credibility of the performance, and the relevance of the content to vital issues such as quality of life and sustainability. This category, previously known as 'Best Meaningful Digital Content Creators,' honours creatives, including content writers, photographers, and video creators, who have transformed social media and other media into platforms for disseminating constructive messages that promote knowledge, support community cohesion, and communicate meaningfully. WAM
