Judging process
The Gulf Sustainability Awards bring together the organisations driving innovation and change in sustainability across the Middle East.
This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with decision-makers from the region’s most influential businesses, creating valuable partnerships and enhancing your brand’s visibility.
Why become a judge at the GSA™?
We take great pride in our rigorous judging process, selecting judges based on their expertise and standing in the customer experience industry. Every judge undergoes an application process, which is carefully reviewed by our internal acceptance panel.
Upon approval, judges sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to ensure confidentiality and are assigned to categories where no conflicts of interest exist with the finalists. This ensures a fair and impartial evaluation process.
Here are some of the benefits you can get as a judge.
- Contributing to a community that celebrates positive recognition and success.
- Learning from real-life initiatives through entries and presentations.
- Staying updated with the latest trends and innovations in the industry.
- Enhancing your professional profile and showcasing your expertise.
- Expanding your network, connecting with peers, and building lasting business relationships.
- Joining The Judge Club, an exclusive network of business professionals.
- Earning certification as a judge, recognising your professionalism and conduct.
Finalists announcement
27th June 2025
Discover the companies that have made it to the finals! This is your chance to choose your top three preferred categories for scoring based on your expertise and interests. You’ll be assigned to one of these categories.
Judge Briefing Webinar - Scoring Of Entries
Learn how to evaluate entries and provide meaningful feedback during this informative session. Mark your calendar to ensure you’re fully prepared for your judging responsibilities.
How to get the most out of being a judge - Final Judge Briefing Webinar
16th July 2025
Get tips on maximising your experience as a judge. This session is designed to help you make the most of your role and your time at the event.
Finalists presentations
24th July 2025
The excitement reaches its peak! Meet your fellow judges and witness finalists bring their stories to life through engaging presentations.
Build-Up and Awards Ceremony
16th September 2025
Attend the Build-Up to the Awards and the grand Awards Ceremony. Use this opportunity to connect with judges and finalists — pre-book catch-ups to make the most of this networking experience.
Judges Feedback Report & Awards TV
30th September 2025
Judging panels
Every judge is scoring up to eight entries across a maximum of two categories. We tend to have three to five judges per each panel (category). All judges score independently, which means that during the scoring process, they don't know who are their fellow judges till the day of the awards finals (finalists presentations or the second round of scoring). Recruitment is underway—secure your spot today to be part of this prestigious panel!
What our judges say
I’m proud to be part of the judging panel for the Gulf Sustainability Awards 2024, which celebrate excellence and innovation in sustainability across the Gulf. These awards recognize the dedication of organizations committed to social responsibility and environmental stewardship, with a focus on highlighting outstanding achievements in sustainability.
Najia Qazi, Fouder of Sustainable Narrative
What our judges say
For me, the three key benefits of entering and judging the awards are learning, networking, and making an impact. We can all gain valuable insights from one another, broadening our understanding of sustainability practices while enhancing our skills. The event also provides an excellent opportunity to build strong connections across both the private and public sectors. Most importantly, it enables us to contribute to creating positive change.
Viridiana Bello Huitle, Director Project Management at VestinGrow
Get in touch
With your Awards Consultant, Ikrimah Fuqha
Email: ikrimah@awardsinternational.com
Phone: +971 55 573 8665
Whatsapp: 971555738665
