North American Indigenous Image Awards Set for April 23
April 14, 2009
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—From the Grammys to the Oscars, a new awards show is here.
The North American Indigenous Image Awards is the first awards show of its kind for Native America and Canadian Aboriginals. The first annual NAIIA will take place April 23 here and is hosted by Isleta Casino and Resort.
Award categories include Film, Music, Publication/Magazine, Comedy, Model/Calendar and an Honor category.
The show aims to honor outstanding and amazing talent from across North America. The show will feature and award artists from all genres of the entertainment industry such as film, television, news, music, radio, comedy, photography and fashion.
The event will accommodate entertainment celebrities, young professionals, agencies, managers, actors, musicians, models, filmmakers, designers and fans. The awards show will include a red carpet introduction, VIP seating, live performances and celebrity presenters.
This event will be the official entertainment awards show for Indigenous North America. The multitude of American Indians and Canadian Aboriginals in the Arts and Performing Arts require an avenue where talents will be recognized. This is an opportunity to benefit Indigenous people and also an opportunity for growth and recognition at the international level.
Tickets to the 2009 North American Indigenous Image Awards will go on sale Spring 2009. To contact the North American Indigenous Image Awards email: info@indigenousimageawards.com or call (505) 508-7925.
For additional information about submission categories or show details please go to indigenousimageawards.com.
ABOUT NAIIA: We are a 100 percent American Indian-owned 21st century advocacy organization that seeks the advancement and accomplishment of American Indian, Canadian Aboriginals, and Indigenous Peoples in the media and entertainment industry by creating an avenue for international recognition.
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