The Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Awards | Apply by 30 July!

23 Jul 2026

The Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Awards celebrate excellence in leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, education, employability, digital skills, inclusion, and community impact.

The awards provide a national platform to recognise organisations, charities, businesses, initiatives, and individuals making a meaningful contribution to a more inclusive and prosperous Scotland.

Useful Links

Nominations can be submitted here.

Further information about the award categories and eligibility criteria can be found here.

You can also view the SEMTA 2025 winners here.

Nominations close on 30 July 2026, with the winners announced as part of the Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Summit & Festival 2026 in October.

Exhibition Opportunities
In addition to the awards, there are also opportunities for organisations to engage with the wider Summit programme. This includes exhibition opportunities across all four Summit locations, providing organisations with the opportunity to showcase their work, connect with delegates, and engage with communities, businesses, and other stakeholders across Scotland. There are also opportunities for organisations interested in supporting the SEMTA Awards through sponsorship.

Find out more about the SEMTA Summit and Festival here.