For individual students or student teams demonstrating exceptional leadership, advocacy, or innovation in student voice. 

Eligibility: 

• Currently enrolled student (tertiary, or vocational) in Australasia (at time of application date) 

• May be nominated individually or as a student-led team 

Criteria: 

• Evidence of impact or influence 

• Leadership through action 

• Commitment to inclusion and collaboration 

For institutions, student-led organisations or teams who have embedded student voice meaningfully in their governance, culture, or teaching practices. 

Eligibility:

• Any educational institution (University, Student-Led Organisation, TAFE, VET) across Australasia 

• Nominations may be submitted by current staff or students 

Criteria:

• Evidence of sustained and systemic student voice practice 

• Examples of student partnership in decision-making 

• Demonstrated improvement in culture, policy, or outcomes 

For educators or professional staff who go above and beyond to support and elevate student voice in their context. 

Eligibility: 

• Open to staff across educational institution (University, Student-Led Organisation, TAFE, VET) across Australasia 

Criteria: 

• Evidence of advocacy or mentoring 

• Track record of inclusive practice 

• Demonstrated commitment to student partnership 

For partnerships or projects where students and staff or external partners have co-led work with real-world impact. 

Eligibility: 

• Cross-sector initiatives, networks, or joint projects across educational institutions (University, Student-Led Organisation, TAFE, VET) across Australasia 

• Must involve students as co-creators, not just participants 

Criteria: 

• Evidence of shared leadership 

• Outcomes with tangible or lasting impact 

• Alignment with values of equity, inclusion, and partnership