Since its establishment, the Aydın Doğan Foundation has been extending annual awards to the most distinguished individuals;
• who have contributed to their countries, the world, and humanity,
• who are at the peak of their careers,
• who have  dedicated themselves to creativity.
 
    The Aydın Doğan Awards aim to raise the cultural level and the living standards of Turkish people. As such they are considered among the most distinguished awards of Turkey.

    The fields for awards are determined according to current events and preferences. The jury members from different disciplines are chosen from among internationally well-known, competent, and respected names.