The Proud Scotland Awards are designed to celebrate the LGBTQI+ community by recognising the outstanding work and commitment of individuals and organisations within and supportive of our community in Scotland.
They honour and encourage all, north to south, who stand up for diversity, equality and inclusion. Over the last two years we have awarded lots of very special people and organisations in recognition of their work and dedication to others. We are delighted to be opening up nominations again for The Royal Bank of Scotland Proud Scotland Awards 2021 where more will be honoured for all that they do.
Nominations are now open and we ask you to nominate someone or organisation you feel deserves rewarded at The Proud Scotland Awards 2021.
To recognise a member of the LGBTQI+ community who has gone above and beyond for LGBTQI equality
Jamie Jefferson
Alison McDade
Dom Clark
Jamie Jefferson
Justin Beck
Ross Sansom-Parnell
To recognise an ally of the LGBTQI+ community who has gone above and beyond for LGBTQI equality
Valkyrie Tattoo Studio
Adam Crawley
Joan Branson
Mark Littlejohn
Mrs Debay Miles.
Valkyrie Tattoo Studio
To recognise the impact or actions taken to support the LGBTQI+ community.
Special Commendation
Scottish Trans Alliance
Scottish Adoption
Leathermen Scotland
Pride Proms
Scottish adoption
Scottish Trans Alliance
Shaper/Caper and Dundee Pride.
To recognise a corporate body which has gone above and beyond in supporting the LGBTQI+ community.
HSBC UK
Barclays
BP
HSBC UK
Radio Forth, Northsound and Radio Clyde
Sainsburys
To recognise an LGBTQI+ Network or Equal Rights group which has impacted the organisation which they represent.
Royal Bank of Scotland Rainbow network
Building Equality (Scotland Division)
Embrace @ Santander
Royal Bank of Scotland Rainbow network
Tesco Pride Network (Tesco/Tesco Bank/Tesco Mobile)
University of Edinburgh Staff Pride Network
Vibrant – Virgin Money
To recognise a business with under 500 employees which has gone above and beyond to support their employees who identify as a member of the LGBTQI+ community.
University of Strathclyde Students Union Terrace Bar
Charmed Floristree
Pipeworks
Prospect Union
Red Bus Bistro
University of Strathclyde Students Union Terrace Bar
To recognise a business with 500 or more employees which has gone above and beyond to support their employees who identify as a member of the LGBTQI+ community.
The Care Inspectorate
Bank of Scotland, Halifax and Lloyds group
CityFibre
O2
ScottishPower
The Care Inspectorate
To recognise a campaign used to show or develop support for the LGTQI+ community.
Macklin Motors – Ford very GAY Raptor campaign
COSTA
HSBC UK
Macklin Motors – Ford very GAY Raptor campaign
Spotify
Tesco
TikTok
To recognise the actions of an individual or group as part of a Public Body, or the body itself, in support and development of the LGBTQI+ community.
James McLeod
James McLeod
Major General Alistair Bruce
Police Constable Ross Jackson
Steven McCarley (ScotRail Ste)
Staff Sergeant Johanne Mundie
To recognise the actions of an individual, group, or the organisation which provides an exceptional professional service to the LGBTQI+ community.
Josh at The Iconic Studios
Hester & Lalli
Josh at The Iconic Studios
PwC
Rainbow therapy Scotland
Viiv Healthcare – GlaxoSmithKline
To recognise an individual, or group/team, that has taken action to directly impact and support the LGBTQI+ community in the field of Sport.
Lewis Gibson
Bruce Mouat
David Gourlay MBE
Lewis Gibson
Perth Parrots Floorball Club
Saltire Thistle
To recognise an individual, or group, that has taken action to directly impact and support the LGBTQI+ community in the field of Education.
Musselburgh Sea Cadets
Lauren McKay
Em Swinton
Musselburgh Sea Cadets
Perth High School PRISM
Strathclyde University
To recognise an individual, or group, that has been in a leadership capacity to directly impact the LGBTQI+ community.
Aamer Anwar
Aamer Anwar
Jamie Rae
Karen Adam MSP
Stewart McDonald MP
THT Scotland
To recognise an individual, or group, which represents, or has taken action to directly impact and support, the LGBTQI+ community in their performances.
Miss DQ
David Carlyle
Larry Dean
Miss DQ
Ncuti Gatwa
Susan Calman
The Diversity Quota
To recognise an individual, or group, which represents, or has taken action to directly impact and support, the LGBTQI+ community in their music.
Emeli Sande
Callum Beattie
Emeli Sande
Horse McDonald
Just The Brave
Mary Mac
Queen
To recognise an individual, or group, which represents, or has taken action to directly impact and support, the LGBTQI+ community in the field of Media.
Katy J – Capital Scotland
Andrew Henderson
Catriona Stewart from the Glasgow Times
Katy J – Capital Scotland
Scene Alba Magazine
Somewhere: For Us
STV
To recognise a hospitality venue which is part of or directly shows support for the LGBTQI+ community. This award is directed to those not covered by the venue award such as restaurants and hotels.
Kafe Kweer
Citizen M Hotel
Kafe Kweer
Motel One
Mollans Rainbow Shed and Takeaway
The Busby Hotel
To recognise an LGBTQI+ individual/ group which has made substantial impact in the LGBTQI+ society and culture within Scotland.
These awards are used to recognise an individual/group for their actions when not meeting the criteria for another award. A commendation may be awarded to a nominee who has done outstanding work similar to that of the category winner.
This award recognises a thriving bar, club or venue within the community that provides a safe and enjoyable environment together with exceptional customer service.
Planet Bar and Kitchen,
AXM
Kandy Bar
Katie’s Bar
Planet Bar and Kitchen,
The Butterfly Lounge
The Yard
Kyiv Pride
