The Golden Image Awards (GIA) was founded in September 2010, with the first edition held in July 2011. The GIA serves as a unique platform for Liberia to recognize and appreciate those Individuals, Organizations and Countries who, against all odds contributed their time and Resources to Development, Investment, Leadership, Achievers, Human Rights Peace & Security Arts & Culture, Health, Advocacy, Humanity, Empowerment, Democracy, and Social Justice for all in the world, especially since the end of the 14-years civil crisis in Liberia. The Award is also intended to recognize and reward Leaders and Philanthropists who have empowered and invest one way or the other to support Liberia attain its current status as a post war success story among comity of nations around the world.

The GIA is premised on two (2) key rationales: to support the Government of the Republic of Liberia through innovative activities to rebuild Liberia's image after 14-years of devastating civil crisis; and to honor and recognize individuals, organizations and countries in the world who have made outstanding contributions as stated above in Liberia and/or those who have significantly impacted their communities, the lives of other people, but where such contributions have gone unnoticed in their respective countries.

The Golden Image Award Platform provides a unique opportunity  to those who have sacrificed and contributed to building a peaceful future generation – leaders whose examples can be applied as practical ways to build and achieve positive legacies, promote and encourage healthy life, quality education, effective leadership, and democratic processes either in Liberia or around the World.

Designed as an annual event, the GIA is an integral part of Liberia's Independence Day celebration and it aspires to maintain this precedence every year in the hope of supporting national leadership through innovation to sustain the peace and elicit the confidence of the Liberian people and the International Community to work with our Government and increase investment in our economy.

The Golden Image Award initiative is housed by the Liberia Crusaders for Peace as the lead organizing institution supported by a National Secretariat. The GIA National Secretariat comprises of professionals from diverse backgrounds. The local membership of the GIA National Secretariat includes, Civil Society Organizations, Journalists, Artistes, Women, Youth Groups, Religious and Traditional Leaders. International Membership of the Secretariat constitutes professionals and event organizers from North & South Americas, Africa, Europe, Asia, Middle East The GIA National Secretariat and the Liberia Crusaders for Peace are  responsible for planning, coordination and implementation of various program activities including the main award event Dinner in consultation with Government of Liberia through the July 26 Steering Committee.

GIA MISSION

• To recognize Liberians and other nationals including organizations and countries who have successfully impacted the lives of Peoples through continued sacrifices, public, private and humanitarian services;
• Recognize committed private, public or civil servants, Leaders, political actors, humanitarians, educators, investor, developer, Advocates, Activists peace actors,  that have contributed immensely to public service delivery in Liberia and the world, with impeccable character;
• To support, encourage, and cultivate volunteerism, humanitarianism, human rights, investment, empowerment, peace and social justice in Liberia and the world
• Showcase the talents of Liberian artists  and collaborate with International artistes with bigger platform such as musicians, movie stars, dramatists, crafters, dancers & drummers to encourage artistic innovation and creativity in Liberia, Africa and the World at large;
• To encourage individuals to voluntarily take the lead in addressing problems and challenges in their respective communities;
• Exhibition of Liberia's arts and craft;
• Adopt projects to be implemented every year and
• Serves as an inspiration for young people to emulate recipients of the accolade

Key Accomplishments

Since the inception of the Golden Image Award in 2011, there have been several editions held, all of which have been extremely successful. These events have acclaimed National, and International recognition involving the participation of the Presidents and Vice Presidents of the Republic of Liberia; National, Foreign Recipients, International Guests, Dignitaries and Diplomatic Missions. The National Secretariat of the Golden Image Awards has received praises and strong words of appreciation from the guests and the general public for the level of innovation and creativity for meeting public expectation.

Composition of the Award

Top: The top part of the award is an 18 karat Liberian Gold made with many grams

Bottom: This part is made from rich African ebony wood.  It represents a true symbol of Liberia Africa highest level of honor by saying “Thank You” through an Award.

Additionally, the Award medal is manufactured in Liberia by professional Liberians.

GIA Feature Plans

• Agriculture farms
• Construction of a facility for GIA National Secretariat and Theatre;
• Support for the 2023 Golden Image Award;
• GIA Media facilities (radio, television stations,  SGBV and  support to women voices newspaper )
• Construction of the legacy GIA Monument and the Bicentennial 200 years statue under the distinguished Leadership of H.E. Dr. George Manneh Weah, President of the Republic of Liberia
• Support to the Islamic IBN Ishaq Charity Foundation (IICF)

Source of Funding

Government subsidy through the Independence day July 26 committee, Private fundraising and donations through creative initiative such as branding and promotions for Cooperate entities, agencies, international organizations, businesses, individuals and Philanthropists.

The Awards Event Dinner is by invitation only, July 20, 2023

Calendar of Events of the GIA; the GIA is on the official July 26 Calendar

• Sponsorship letters January – July 2023
• Letters to nominees  May 2023
• Letters to nominees/recipients June 2023
• Letters to speakers June 2023
• Validation process June 2023
• Media Promotions: March 1 - July 31^st, 2023 (Traditional and Social Media)