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Recognition and Celebration Events

How to plan and run awards ceremonies, volunteer recognition events, and celebrations that honour ISCP members.

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Planning

  • 1. Set nomination criteria and categories
  • 2. Form a selection panel
  • 3. Choose venue appropriate for ceremony format
  • 4. Plan awards/certificates/gifts
  • 5. Confirm presenters and VIP speakers
  • 6. Arrange photography and videography

Promotion

  • 1. Announce nominations open 12 weeks out
  • 2. Send reminders for nomination deadline
  • 3. Announce shortlists and finalists
  • 4. Send event invitations to all nominees and guests
  • 5. Promote on social media with nominee spotlights
  • 6. Coordinate with ISCP communications team

On the Day

  • 1. Set up ceremony space with stage/podium area
  • 2. Test AV including microphone and presentation
  • 3. Prepare award materials and certificates
  • 4. Brief presenters on running order
  • 5. Manage guest registration and seating
  • 6. Capture photos of every award presentation

After the Event

  • 1. Send congratulations emails to all winners
  • 2. Share photos and highlights on social media
  • 3. Issue certificates to all nominees
  • 4. Submit event report with photos to ISCP
  • 5. Send thank you to sponsors and presenters
  • 6. Archive nomination records for future reference

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Read Time

20 mins

For

All Committees

Updated

Mar 2026

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