Event

The Awards Ceremony

Join us as we honour the individuals, organisations, and businesses driving real change across Scotland through impactful work in inclusion, sustainability, ethical leadership, and community transformation.

The Scottish Impact Awards, delivered by The Herald and GenAnalytics, will take place on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Marriott Hotel, Glasgow. This inspiring evening will spotlight outstanding contributions in areas such as diversity & inclusion, climate action, community impact, sustainable innovation, and workforce wellbeing.

Guests will enjoy:
A welcome drinks reception, low carbon impact three-course dinner, formal awards presentation, a downloadable keepsake event programme, and live entertainment, all with exceptional networking with leaders across sectors

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HOST

Zara Janjua

Zara Janjua is a multi-award-winning broadcaster, journalist, and filmmaker, recognised as one of Britain’s most talented rising women. In 2023, she was a finalist for the United Nations Women Awards and won the Impact Freelancer Award from YunoJuno. She has also been named among the UK’s Top 40 Digital Women and previously shortlisted for ‘Freelancer of the Year’ and ‘Digital Women for Good’.

With BAFTA, NTA, and RTS awards to her name, Zara has presented national news, daytime, comedy, and cookery shows for the BBC, ITV, and STV. She also dedicates half her time to philanthropic film projects, mentoring young women and minority groups. Her expertise extends to producing, directing, writing, acting, and event hosting.

Zara has reported for The New York Times Climate Hub, covering COP26 and COP27, where she interviewed figures like Al Gore and Vanessa Nakate. Appointed to NatWest’s Ethnicity Advisory Council, she advises on diversity strategies. Zara’s multi-faceted career exemplifies her ability to succeed across industries, making a significant impact both on and off screen.