ASIAN WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 2002
(25th January 2002)

Yes it's THAT time again! Time to celebrate the achievements, contributions and success of Asian women in the UK - nominations are invited for the Asian Women of achievement Awards 2002. Brainchild of Pinky Lilani, a successful businesswoman, who after her involvement in the European Women of Achievement Awards decided that it was time to celebrate the success of Asian women in the UK.

The 'Asian Women of Achievement' (AWA) Awards were set up to recognise the immense accomplishments of unsung heroines within the Asian community as well in the commercial, professional, artistic and humanitarian sectors.

Now in their third year, the Awards acknowledge individual effort; provide role models for, and give inspiration to, Asian women from all walks of life; and raise awareness outside the Asian community of the outstanding qualities of Asian women in this country.

Anyone can submit a nomination for the Awards and any Asian woman is eligible for entry.

Patron of the Awards, Cherie Booth QC, commented, "I am honoured to be patron of the Asian Women of Achievement Awards. These women deserve to be recognised and rewarded for the invaluable contributions they are making to the fabric of British society, the Awards do exactly that".

Award Categories:

The Arts & Culture Award
Women flourishing in the world of performing arts, management of the arts and creative writing.

The Social & Humanitarian Award
Any special women involved in social and humanitarian work, whether they are individuals working for non-profit organisations or the corporate world contributing to the voluntary sector.

Business Woman of the Year
Those individuals thriving within the corporate world, from public or private companies, who are making an extraordinary contribution to the success of their organisation.

Entrepreneur of the Year
Women who have successfully set up and are running their own businesses.

Media Personality of the Year
Unique individuals within media companies, or women making major contributions to the media.

Professional of the Year
Individuals who have trained and qualified in their chosen professional practice and have become a leading practitioner.

Young Achiever of the Year
Any woman under 30 who has done something incredible, inspirational or is simply the best at what she does.

The Chairman's Award
A special award presented by the Chairman to one outstanding woman of achievement.

For further details about the awards or if you think you know someone who should be nominated - visit the Asian Women of Achievement Awards website where you can print off a nomination form. Alternatively call the Awards Office on 020 7828 0999.

Closing date for nominations is 1st March 2002.

Click here to read about AWA Award Winners 2001
Click here to read the AWA Awards 2001 Shortlist.

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