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The Annual Awards highlights sister city program achievements and brings international recognition to each community’s contributions to the citizen diplomacy movement   The SCI Annual Awards categories include:  ✨ Best Overall Program  🎭 Innovation in Arts & Culture  💼 Innovation in Business, Trade & Professional Exchange  🤝 Innovation in Humanitarian Assistance  🎓 Innovation in Youth & Education   The 2026 Annual Award winners will be announced at the 70th Anniversary Homecoming. When: Friday, July 24, 2026 at 8:30 pm ET Where: Washington, DC  Register today to be a part of this special moment!   Learn more and register at sistercities.org.