SAN TV Community Awards
Celebrating Service, Unity & Social Leadership
The first awards in Scotland devoted to South Asian community impact — honouring volunteers, youth leaders, interfaith advocates, and the everyday citizens whose compassion strengthens our shared future.
4 Pillars
Arts, Education, Business, Health & Wellbeing
Audience
UK South Asian diaspora & allies
Broadcast
SAN TV app & YouTube Live
Format
Red carpet + ceremony + features
About the Awards
Organised by SAN TV, the Community Awards recognise service beyond prestige — celebrating compassion over competition and collaboration over recognition. More than a ceremony, it’s a movement that amplifies the voices of those who rarely stand in the spotlight but whose actions unite Scotland’s communities.
- Exclusivity & leadership recognition
- High-visibility across SAN TV and partners
- Impact-driven storytelling and legacy
Platinum Sponsors
Award Categories
Honouring individuals and organisations from each of the five South Asian communities SAN TV proudly represents and champions.
Lifetime Achievement
Decades of dedicated service shaping Scotland’s social fabric.
Community Leader of the Year
Exceptional leadership that mobilises and unifies communities.
Volunteer of the Year
Grassroots Organisation
Small teams creating outsized local impact and inclusion.
Youth Empowerment
South Asian youth (16–30) leading activism, enterprise, and creativity.
Community Resilience
Strength and innovation in times of crisis.
Health & Wellbeing Advocate
Champions improving mental health, disability, and elder care.
Civic Partnership
Diaspora Humanitarian
Unsung Hero
Key Dates
Follow the journey from nominations to legacy storytelling.
Stage 1
Call for Nominations
Scotland-wide launch with partners and councils.
- 15 Nov 2025
Stage 2
Independent Shortlisting
Academics, civic leaders & SAN TV advisors.
- 30 Jan 2026
Stage 3
Story Filming
Shortlisted nominees profiled by SAN TV.
- 10 Feb 2026
Stage 4
Public Engagement
Vote for Your Changemaker’ campaign.
- 20 Feb 2026
Stage 5
Awards Ceremony
Live broadcast and red carpet.
- 09 Mar 2026
Stage 6
Legacy Showcase
Winners’ Circle interviews & documentary series.
- 31 Mar 2026
Sponsorship Packages
Align your brand with Scotland’s most authentic social movement.
Platinum Partner
- Official Award Sponsor
- Prominent on-stage and digital visibility.
- Dedicated SAN TV feature
- Video advert on SAN TV until Mar 2026
- Red-carpet branding & 5 premium seats
- Logo on website, posters, flyers, socials
Gold Partner
- Strong on-stage and digital visibility
- Video advert on SAN TV until Mar 2026
- Red-carpet branding & table for 10
- Logo on all event collateral
Silver Partner
- Digital & on-stage visibility
- Table for 10
- Logo on posters, flyers, social promos
Nominate a Changemaker
Shine a light on those who serve quietly yet powerfully.
Nominations have now closed.
FAQs
Who can nominate?
Anyone can nominate an individual or organisation working within/for Scotland’s South Asian communities.
Is there a fee to nominate?
No. Nominations are free to encourage accessibility and representation.
How are winners selected?
An independent jury (academics, civic leaders, SAN TV advisors) shortlists nominees. Public engagement adds community voice before final selection.
Will it be broadcast?
Yes. Red carpet and the ceremony will stream on the SAN TV app and YouTube Live, with post-event features.