NAIDOC Awards
At the end of every NAIDOC Week, the National NAIDOC Awards are announced at a ceremony and ball held in the national focus city.
The annual awards recognise the outstanding contributions that Indigenous Australians make to improve the lives of Indigenous people in their communities and beyond, or to promote Indigenous issues in the wider community, or the excellence they’ve shown in their chosen field.
There are awards in ten different categories, covering a diverse range of fields and talents:
- Person of the Year
May be eligible for a $20,000 bursary - Elder of the Year
Female - Elder of the Year
Male - Apprentice of the Year
For people who have completed an apprenticeship in the 12 months prior to the awards - Artist of the Year
For musicians, performing artists and visual artists of all kinds - Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognises a sustained contribution to Indigenous people and our causes - Scholar of the Year
For achievement in secondary or tertiary studies - Sportsperson of the Year
For achievement in individual or team sport - Youth of the Year
For young individuals between aged 16 – 25 years of age - Caring for Country Award
Individuals, communities, and projects are eligible for nomination
For previous National NAIDOC Award recipients view the winners profiles.
