CEFTUS is delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the 15th CEFTUS Community Achievement Awards, recognising outstanding individuals and organisations within the Turkish, Kurdish, and Turkish Cypriot communities in the UK. The awards celebrate those making a meaningful impact across communities, promoting positive change, and inspiring others through their work. From grassroots initiatives to national impact, the awards shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond to support, inspire, and strengthen our communities.
👉 Submit your nominations here: https://forms.gle/yBjwaQ8efPAVMCn16
About the Awards
The CEFTUS Community Achievement Awards have become a flagship annual event recognising excellence, dedication, and positive impact within diverse communities. Now in their 15th year, the awards continue to honour those who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a strong commitment to social progress.
The awards ceremony brings together policymakers, business leaders, community figures, and changemakers for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration.
Award Categories
This year’s awards will recognise excellence across a diverse range of fields, reflecting the strength, talent, and contribution within our communities. The categories include:
- Community Service Award
- Female Role Model of the Year
- Businessperson of the Year
- Community Engagement Award
- Media Excellence Award
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year
- Academic Excellence Award
- Entrepreneurship Award
- Restaurateur of the Year
- Advocacy and Social Justice Award
- Legal Excellence Award
- Culture and Arts Award
- Community Organisation of the Year
Each category is designed to honour individuals and organisations who have demonstrated outstanding commitment, leadership, and impact in their respective fields.
Key Dates
The awards process will take place in several stages, giving the public the opportunity to both nominate and vote:
- Nominations Open (Public Submissions): Now open – deadline 25 April 2026
- Semi-Finalists Announced: 30 April 2026
- Semi-Final Public Voting: Open until 10 May 2026
- Finalists Announced: 15 May 2026
- Final Public Voting Stage: Open until 15 June 2026
- Winners Announced: 21 June 2026 at the Gala Dinner
About CEFTUS
The Centre for Türkiye Studies (CEFTUS) is an independent, non-partisan organisation based in London. CEFTUS works to foster dialogue, promote understanding, and build bridges between the UK, Türkiye, and the wider region.
Through its events, research, and engagement programmes, CEFTUS brings together politicians, academics, business leaders, and community representatives to encourage constructive discussion, strengthen partnerships, and support community cohesion.
Get Involved
Whether you are nominating an inspiring individual, a dedicated organisation, or a rising young leader, this is your opportunity to recognise those making a meaningful difference.
Submit your nominations today and be part of celebrating excellence in our communities.
👉 Nominate now: https://forms.gle/yBjwaQ8efPAVMCn16