Don’t forget! Nominations deadline is 11th April at Midnight!
Our nominations for the 2023 Proud Scotland Awards have now closed
Nominees may be moved to a category which is a better fit based on the nomination
This award recognises a member of the LGBTQI+ community who has gone above and beyond for LGBTQI equality.
Annmarie Kelly Gary King Jon Craig Lisa Schmitz Mackenzie Assuncao Olivia Lee (Celebratewithpride)This award recognises an individual, or group, which represents, or has taken action to directly impact and support, the LGBTQI+ community in the entertainment industry.
Cherry West (Sam Carlin) Christopher Ewans-Nicoll aka Mrs C Daz Alexander/Venus Guytrap Lee Cammy (Cameron) Rainbow Ukes/Sarah Farren The Diversity Quota (Elliott Simpson)To recognise an ally of the LGBTQI+ community who has gone above and beyond for LGBTQI equality
Donna McLachlan Rachel Moir Sid Ozalid Station House Media Unit SHMUFM Valkyrie Tattoo StudioThis award recognises the impact or actions taken to support the LGBTQI+ community by a charity organisation or group initiative.
Parklands Care Homes Pride in Moray Pride Outside The Hive LGBT+ Centre Waverley CareThis award recognise a corporate body which has gone above and beyond in supporting the LGBTQI+ community in Scotland.
Caitlin King Dreadnought Pub in Leith, Edinburgh (Roisin Therise) Enterprise Mobility Hotel Colessio HSBC UKTo recognise an LGBTQI+ Network or Equal Rights group which has impacted the organisation which they represent.
Glamazon Jacobs Prism Morgan Stanley Glasgow Pride & Ally Network Skyscanner's RISE PROUD DEI Champions Network Vibrant @ Virgin MoneyTo 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.
Garry Mullen (Roaming Quiz Man) Helensburgh Soapy Suds Kafe Kweer Road Runner Discos The CrumbleologistTo 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.
First Bus Scotland Merck Phoenix Group ScottishPower Shine Scotland @ PwCTo 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.
Academy of professional celebrants - Stuart Logan Edinburgh Napier University Mitchell’s funeral directors ltd Musselburgh Sea Cadets & Royal Marines CadetsTo recognise an individual, or group/team, that has taken action to directly impact and support the LGBTQI+ community in the field of Sport.
Cathkin Blazes (CBCFC) Edinburgh Curveballs - (Jonathan MacBride-Young ) Gender Goals FC Hibees Pride Trans ActiveTo recognise an individual, or group, that has taken action to directly impact and support the LGBTQI+ community in the field of education.
Inverness Royal Academy Leigh Anderson & Mark Steenson Louise Shields Queen Anne High School Scott WhitefieldTo recognise an individual, or group, that has been in a leadership capacity to directly impact the LGBTQI+ community.
Dr Rebecca Crowther Jordy Joans Kyle Graham Mark Kelvin, CEO LGBT Health and Wellbeing Seth Cameron CrichtonTo recognise an individual, group or company using its brand, which represents, or has taken action to directly impact and support, the LGBTQI+ community in the field of media, online infulencing or advertising.
Lavender Menace Archive - Sigrid Nielsen & Bob Orr LGBT Youth Scotland - Unseen Unheard project Moreish TV Sister Alaska Lott Terrence Higgins Trust ScotlandThis award is chosen by our esteemed judging panel and recognises an individual or organisation who have devoted their all to champion diversity and inclusion over many years.
This award recognises a thriving bar, club or venue within the community that provides a safe and enjoyable environment together with exceptional customer service.
Kandy Bar & Nightclub Dundee Katies bar Glasgow Planet Bar & Kitchen Edinburgh The Waterloo Bar, Glasgow Transylvania CaféThis award recognises a creative/dramatic art presentation that portrays the message of diversity and inclusion within the LGBTQI+ community.
Dillon Colthart/Devine Tension Ewan McPherson Gillian MacDonald (Gillie Jean King) James Hurrel (DILF UK) Small Town Boys - Shaper/Caper Thief by Liam Rudden starring Lee Fanning
