ASA members of Somali studies recognizes Somali authors who write concerning Somali studies. In 1994, Charles L. Geshekter, Professor of History at California State University, Chico created an endowment for this award. Geshekter's mother and Musa Galaal (1914-1980) were friends. A financial prize is awarded annually.

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