Question 1

Can I nominate myself?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 2

Is there a nomination entry fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a £35 non-refundable nomination entry fee.

Question 3

How do I nominate?

Accepted Answer

All entries must be submitted via the EqualityX online nomination form by selecting the relevant list.

Question 4

How will I know if my nomination was safely received?

Accepted Answer

You will receive a confirmation message on the website once you have submitted. In addition to this, all nominations will be acknowledged via the nominator’s email address.

Question 5

Are there sponsorship opportunities?

Accepted Answer

There are a few sponsorship packages available, please get in touch for more information by completing the “contact us” form.

Question 6

I submitted the nominations, but I forgot to include important information, what should I do?

Accepted Answer

Do not submit another nomination, simply send us the missing information via email to nomination@equalityx.co.uk clearly stating the relevant list, name and organisation of your nominee in the subject field.

Question 7

How will the results be announced?

Accepted Answer

We will announce the winners on the EqualityX website and provide each of the Global 100 Influential Muslims with a comprehensive media pack, which includes the official Global 100 Influential Muslims badge for use across personal and professional platforms.

Question 8

Are nominations open to people working in certain industries or sectors?

Accepted Answer

No, anyone can be nominated as long as they are in full/part-time employment including self-employed.

Question 9

Who are the judges?

Accepted Answer

Criteria matrix for the evaluation of nominations was developed in cooperation with consultants and professionals in the field. Nominations will be automatically assessed by that matrix and reviewed by the EqualityX Team to ensure the correctness and validity of the nominees appearing on the final list.

Question 10

What if a person is nominated multiple times?

Accepted Answer

Multiple nominations will not increase the nominee’s chances, if we receive multiple nominations, we will only evaluate the most comprehensive nomination.

Question 11

Will there be a shortlist published?

Accepted Answer

We do not intend to publish a shortlist.

Question 12

Do you inform the nominee who nominated them?

Accepted Answer

Nominator details are kept confidential.

Question 13

Will you publish the list in numerical order?

Accepted Answer

The lists will be published in alphabetical order.

Question 14

What about Data protection?

Accepted Answer

EqualityX complies with any applicable legislation relating to data protection or privacy of individuals, the “Regulation” (which means Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and the Council (“General Data Protection Regulation”) and its national implementing laws, as well as any applicable laws or regulations on cyber security (“Data Protection Laws”).

Question 15

Does the nominee have to be a senior leader?

Accepted Answer

No, we are looking for outstanding people and their position in the company is irrelevant.

Question 16

How will you ensure that nominations from different countries and regions are evaluated fairly during the selection process?

Accepted Answer

Nominations from different countries and regions are evaluated fairly by focusing on evidence of impact rather than location. All nominees are measured against clear, consistent criteria, highlighting measurable outcomes, contributions, and lasting influence.

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