Seven Novosibirsk citizens became laureates of the “Pride of the Nation – 2026” award

The award is aimed at supporting initiatives related to the preservation of national languages, cultural traditions and strengthening the unity of the peoples of Russia. This year, the district stage received 227 applications from ten regions of Siberia.

Representatives of non-profit organizations, national and cultural associations, educational and cultural institutions, as well as masters of folk art fought for the awards. They presented projects in the field of education, journalism, social activities and preservation of ethno-cultural heritage.

The expert commission determined the winners in seven main nominations. Among them are “Service to the Unity of the Peoples of Russia”, “Native Languages of the Peoples of Russia”, “Culture of the Peoples of Russia”, “Multinational Russia in Media”, “Best Ethnic Practices”, “Effective Leader” and “Generation of Minds”. In addition, a separate nomination “Energy of Unity” was dedicated to the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia.

The award was held in the concert hall named after A. M. Katz. A cultural program, exhibitions and interactive platforms were prepared for participants and guests. The visitors were also presented with the national farmsteads of the peoples of the Novosibirsk region, where they could get acquainted with their traditions and cultural heritage.

Deputy Governor of the region Valentina Dudnikova stressed that the preservation of languages, customs and traditions are people and organizations that help to transfer cultural heritage to new generations and preserve it in modern life.

According to her, a special role in this work is played by national and cultural autonomy, public associations, religious communities and creative teams.

Earlier, MK in Novosibirsk reported that young scientists of Novosibirsk received 100 thousand rubles for innovative projects.