Allyship for Equity Award

This award recognises a dedicated ally who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to supporting, advocating for, and uplifting Women of Colour (WOC) in STEM. The recipient has consistently leveraged their voice, platform, or influence to break down barriers, promote inclusion, and create equitable opportunities for WOC in STEM fields. Whether through mentorship, policy change, advocacy, or daily actions, this award celebrates those who stand in solidarity and embody the true spirit of inclusive allyship.

**Allyship is the practice of supporting and advocating for marginalized or underrepresented groups by individuals who are NOT members of those groups

Eligibility Criteria

This category is open to individuals (of any gender or background) who are based in Australia and whose work has contributed meaningfully to advancing equity for women of colour in STEM.
** Allyship is the practice of supporting and advocating for marginalized or underrepresented groups by individuals who are NOT members of those groups

This award is open to individuals who meet the following criteria:
– Industry professionals, educators, researchers, or community leaders supporting women of colour in STEM
– Demonstrated ongoing and impactful support through tangible outcomes (e.g. programs, mentorship, advocacy, policy change)
– Actively centre the voices of women of colour and challenge systemic inequities within STEM environments

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  1. Recognition as an industry leader irrespective of age or seniority
  2. Connect with industry leaders, mentors, and like-minded professionals.
  3. Reflect on and appreciate the challenges you’ve overcome and milestones achieved.
  4. Encourage others to pursue their passions and drive positive change within STEM.

Nominations are not required to submit an application for the Awards.
If you would like to nominate someone, you can use our nomination template and share it directly with the person you wish to nominate, so they can choose to submit an application themselves.

Winners are selected by an independent judging panel comprising experts and leaders in STEM fields. They will review all nominations and assess them based on the criteria outlined for each category.


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