ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing invites nominations that amplify the stories of those who are driving gender equality, supporting and empowering women and girls and making a lasting contribution through sport and recreation.
Please ensure you read the Eligibility Guidelines which details the criteria for each category.
Nominations close Sunday 29 November 2026.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Recognises a local metropolitan club’s significant contribution to the growth of sport and physical activity for women and girls through commitment to gender equality and advancement during 2026.
Recognises a local regional club’s significant contribution to the growth of sport and physical activity for women and girls through commitment to gender equality and advancement during 2026.
Recognises an individual (female or male) using sport as an avenue for championing gender equality during 2026 through their outstanding contribution to their organisation.
Recognises a woman/girl between the ages of 15 to 24 years in 2026 for their contribution to the advancement of women and girls in sport and beyond during 2026, through contribution to their organisation as a coach, official, administrator, volunteer or developing leader, and with the potential to make a leadership impact in the future.
Recognises an individual’s or organisation’s significant contribution to the visibility of women and girls in sport and physical activity through storytelling initiatives or projects during 2026.
Recognises an organisation’s significant impact in removing barriers for women and girls to participate in sport during 2026 and high level of influence and reach of their achievements.
Recognises an organisation which has demonstrated contribution to supporting and fostering a more equitable sponsorship landscape for women in sport during 2026.