Aidcom Inc. and Swifte Radio proudly announce the First Ever Manitoba Immigrant Excellence Merit Awards (THE MIEMAS), a prestigious event dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements of immigrants who have made Manitoba their home. THE MIEMAS 2024 will honor individuals who have contributed to their communities, professions, and the broader society in Manitoba.
About THE MIEMAS 2024
The MIEMAS 2024 is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of immigrants in various fields. This awards ceremony will showcase inspiring stories of resilience, innovation, leadership, and success, highlighting the invaluable impact of immigrants on Manitoba’s social, cultural, and economic fabric.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM (Red Carpet at 3:00 PM)
Location: Soul Sanctuary, 2050 Chevrier Blvd, Winnipeg, MB R3Y 0T3
Why THE MIEMAS?
Immigrants bring a wealth of talent, culture, and perspectives that enrich our communities. THE MIEMAS aims to recognize individuals who have excelled in various sectors within our province, such as business, arts, education, community service, and more.
Nomination Process
- Nominating someone, including yourself, for THE MIEMAS is straightforward and open to everyone:
- Prepare a Profile/Bio: Submit the nominee’s detailed profile or biography. This should include their achievements, contributions, and relevant personal stories showcasing their impact.
- Contact Information: Include the nominee’s email address and contact phone number to facilitate communication.
- Submission: Send the nomination details here Merit Awards 2024 Nomination
- Nomination submission deadline: On or before Tuesday 15th October 2024.
Review Process: All nominations will be forwarded to our esteemed review panel of community leaders and experts in various fields. The panel will carefully evaluate each submission based on the following criteria:
- Impact on Community: Degree of positive impact the nominee has had on their community.
- Innovation and Creativity: Demonstrate innovative approaches in their field or community involvement.
- Leadership, Mentorship and Support for Others: Evidence of leadership qualities and the ability to inspire others. Participation in mentoring and supporting other individuals or groups.
- Personal Story of Resilience: The nominee’s journey, including challenges overcome and personal growth.
- Professional Excellence: Achievements and recognition in their professional field.
- Volunteerism and Community Service: Involvement in volunteer work and community service.
- Cultural Preservation and Promotion: Efforts to preserve and promote cultural heritage.
- Sustainability Efforts: Contributions towards environmental sustainability and community well-being.
- Economic Empowerment: Contributions to economic empowerment, such as hiring members of the immigrant community, supporting immigrant-owned businesses, or creating economic opportunities for others.
- Immigration and Settlement Support: Efforts to assist immigrants, particularly those transitioning from Africa, in settling in Manitoba, including support with housing, employment, education, and integration into the community.
Shortlisting: After reviewing all nominations, the panel will create a shortlist of nominees invited to attend the awards ceremony, where the winners will be announced.
How to Participate
In addition to submitting nominations, we encourage everyone to participate in this celebration by attending the event. Organizations and businesses can also contribute by featuring THE MIEMAS flyer on their websites, social media platforms, and newsletters, helping to spread the word about this important event.
Feature Your Businesses in THE MIEMAS Brochure!
Feature in THE MIEMAS brochure! Quarter-page ads are FREE—just donate. For larger ad spaces, a small fee applies. Submit your ad and message, as we’re still accepting ads, to info@swifteradio.com. For details, call 204-399-5099 or 4313745605.
How to Register/Get Your Personalized Invite or Flyer!
Register to get your personalized invite and/or flyer identifying with this prestigious event and/or showcasing your business: Submit Your Nominations Here
Join Us in Celebrating Immigrant Excellence!
THE MIEMAS 2024 is not just an awards ceremony; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and the shared values that make Manitoba a vibrant and inclusive place to live. We invite you to be part of this inspiring event and help us honor those who have made significant contributions to our society.
For more information, please visit swifteradio.com or aidcom.ca, or contact us directly at info@aidcom.ca or 204-399-5099.
Let’s come together to celebrate the achievements of our immigrant community at THE MIEMAS 2024!
THE MIEMAS… Celebrating Immigrant’s Achievements!
