The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) invited global trailblazers, creatives, and communication professionals to compete in 13 categories of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA 2024).

These categories provide a platform for showcasing innovative communication work.

Participants can submit their works that meet the award’s criteria through the website www.igcc.ae until 1st August.

The SGMB announced three award categories for government sector, which include Best Integrated Communication System, and Best Campaign Targeting Cultural Identity and the Arabic Language. The third category, Best Communication Targeting Youth, has two subcategories: Best Campaign Positively Impacting Youth Awareness and Practices, and Best Communication Program Supporting Emerging Projects and Youth.

Six awards for public and private sectors and international organisations have been announced, including Best Communication Strategy Dealing with Crises, Best Communication with Artificial Intelligence Technology in Service of the Community, Best Communication and Media Content, Best Communication and Humanitarian Practices Supporting Social Responsibility, Best Investment in Soft Power to Support Communication Programs, and Best Communication Project Targeting Children and Adolescents.

The SGMB also announced four awards dedicated to individuals, including Best Youth Initiative in Government Communication, Best Official Spokesperson (employed in a government agency), Best Research in Communication Sciences, and Best Purposeful Digital Content Creator.

Applicants should submit a comprehensive file including an executive summary, headings, illustrations, and supporting attachments like infographics, videos, and photos, adhering to the criteria for each category.