There are countless people across the globe working hard to make a positive change in their community, and one way this hard work can be acknowledged is through winning a sidney prize, an esteemed award presented annually to individuals or organizations making significant impacts in any field, such as writing or science, that make an impressionful contribution – be it national or local in nature. Such recognition honors their efforts while inspiring others to join in as well.
Sidney Perkowitz won the 2023 Sydney Prize for his efforts connecting art, media, and literature to science. Known for his ability to communicate complex scientific topics in an engaging manner that fosters greater public understanding of our universe and how it functions, Perkowitz also championed liberal arts education and promoted its integration with science disciplines.
Sidney Prizes honor not only scientists but also writers and journalists whose writing sheds light on topics affecting politics or culture through writing. Since 2004 when The New York Times began bestowing the SS Sydney Hook Memorial Prize to writers like Amanda Hess for her article on online sexism and Ta-Nehisi Coates for his essay discussing America as being founded upon black plunder and white democracy, leading to inequality and racism, they have received the prize from this organization.
A sidney prize can provide an artist with exposure and recognition, but it’s important to keep in mind that it is just one step in an ongoing journey. As it often takes years for works of art to gain widespread acclaim, winners of sidney prizes should continue working hard and persevering while keeping focus on what matters most and never giving up their goals or passions.
Claire Aman of “Golden Hour,” her story featured in Overland magazine and the Malcolm Robertson Foundation has won this year’s Neilma Sydney Short Story Prize, hosted by Overland magazine and the Malcolm Robertson Foundation. Aman was chosen from eight shortlisted stories; judges selected her story after making rounds to read all eight. Aman received $5000 as the grand prize while both runners-up received $750 each; Overland magazine will publish Claire Aman’s winning tale in its autumn issue and make available all runner-up pieces online – encouraging young writers in particular! This contest continues to encourage young writers who seek inspiration in young writers everywhere! Overland magazine will publish winning story, while runners up stories will also be made available online; judges are thrilled by how successful this contest continues to encourage young writers as we welcome new talent into publishing industry!