On August 12, 2024, the jury for the prestigious AIBD International Media Awards convened at the AIBD Secretariat in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This significant event brought together a distinguished panel of jurists from both Malaysia and around the world to evaluate the entries for this year’s awards.

The jury comprised a diverse group of experts, each contributing a wealth of experience and unique perspectives. Some jurists were present in person at the AIBD office, while others participated remotely, underscoring the global and inclusive nature of the awards. Their collective insights ensured a thorough and fair evaluation process, with each entry assessed for its creativity, impact, and alignment with the themes of the awards.

The AIBD International Media Awards 2024 will be a highlight of the 19th Asia Media Summit, set to take place in Malaysia on September 3, 2024. This event, which will be attended by global broadcasting and media professionals, will feature the awards presentation during the Gala Dinner.

The awards span several important categories, including “Best Television Programme on Inclusivity for All,” “Best Radio Programme for Building Cultural Bridges,” and the “Sustainability & Technology Award on Accessibility Broadcasting.” Each category reflects AIBD’s commitment to promoting diversity, cross-cultural understanding, and technological innovation in broadcasting. The competition was particularly close this year, with entries from Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mauritius, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The esteemed jury included:
1. Ms. Munira Murad, Senior Broadcaster, Malaysia
2. Mr. William Joseph, Media Consultant, Malaysia
3. Mr. Rosli Mohd Nordin, Documentary Filmmaker, Malaysia
4. Dr. Sreedhar Ramamurthy, Community Media Consultant, India
5. Dr. Amal Punchihewa, Broadcast Engineering Consultant, New Zealand
6. Mr. Andy Quested, Media Consultant, United Kingdom
7. Dr. Hemini Mehta, European Broadcasting Union, United Kingdom

AIBD would like to thank Prasar Bharati, India to support organising this year’s International Media Awards.. As the AIBD community eagerly awaits the official announcement of the winners in early September, the jury’s deliberations have set the stage for a celebration of creativity, inclusivity, and innovation in broadcasting.