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Each year, Star Golden Hearts Award honours ten winners selected from hundreds of nominations nationwide. In 2023, ten winners were selected from more than 700 nominations. From reducing poverty to rehabilitating endangered species, the award recipients were chosen for their remarkable impact on Malaysia's communities and environment. Each of the winner received RM15,000 and both Gamuda Inspiration Award winners received RM150,000 each.
Unsung heroes who on a personal capacity, or as an organisation (NGOs/ social enterprises/ societies), consistently carry out social efforts that leave a positive impact on Malaysians and help build bridges between different communities.
Efforts carried out should be innovative, with proven tangible impacts, and practise sustainability in its operations.
Unsung heroes who demonstrate admirable values and strong leadership in encouraging social change in communities.
Unsung heroes must be involved in the initiatives, including time, effort and ideas, and not just monetary contribution.
Unsung heroes with a social impact track record of at least 18 months prior to their nomination.
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Efforts that help promote sustainable livelihood and improve quality of living through job opportunities, access to market and information, upskilling and training, provision of basic infrastructure etc.
Efforts that ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Efforts that promote protection, preservation, appreciation, and sustainable development for the environment including wildlife, forests, oceans and ultimately the planet.
Efforts that provide wide-ranging support to address the basic needs of vulnerable communities including food aid, shelter, social services and more.
Other social causes that bring about positive impacts to Malaysians or for the betterment of society.
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Unsung heroes must be involved in the initiatives, including time, effort and ideas, and not just monetary contribution.