This prestigious award is presented to a single member of the Irish Diaspora who has made a continued and significant contribution to Ireland and to Irish communities abroad.

The Outstanding Contribution to Sport Award recognises an individual whose actions have had a major impact on the sporting world and promoted Ireland and its sporting achievements around the globe. 

This category recognises volunteers or community associations who strive to make sure there is a place in society for everyone from the Irish Diaspora and those who are devoted to supporting their community, whether that community, an at risk group or their local neighbourhood.

This award recognises up-and-coming leaders for their achievements with and their contributions to their organisation while representing their companies and peers.

Applications may be submitted by the individual themselves or by a nominating colleague.

In order to be eligible for consideration, nominees must be habitually resident outside the island of Ireland and be a member of the Irish diaspora. This comprises emigrants from Ireland and their descendants around the world and those with a tangible connection to Ireland.

This award recognises an individual who has demonstrated enterprise, vision, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit either in setting up a successful new small business or successfully developing an existing business or social enterprise.

Applications may be submitted by the individual themselves or by a nominating colleague.

In order to be eligible for consideration, nominees must be habitually resident outside the island of Ireland and be a member of the Irish diaspora. This comprises emigrants from Ireland and their descendants around the world and those with a tangible connection to Ireland.

This Award recognises an individual or organisation that has created, promoted, and maintained diversity and inclusion by establishing an environment that recognises, encourages, and effectively utilises each individual’s talents. Diversity and inclusion should be an inherent trait of any organisation.

This Award recognises the positive contribution made to both business or the community in the construction sector.

The award recognises those who demonstrate outstanding spirit, leadership of employees or community organisations, strategic direction and innovative ideas, whilst providing inspiration to a new generation of upcoming leaders in construction.

Individuals entering into this category can be self-employed or employed by a business or involved in a community organisation.

In order to be eligible for consideration, nominees must be habitually resident outside the island of Ireland and be a member of the Irish diaspora. This comprises emigrants from Ireland and their descendants around the world and those with a tangible connection to Ireland.

This award recognises an individual or organisation that has made a continued and significant contribution to Ireland and to Irish communities through their business and community investments.

In order to be eligible for consideration, nominees must be habitually resident outside the island of Ireland and be a member of the Irish diaspora. This comprises emigrants from Ireland and their descendants around the world and those with a tangible connection to Ireland.