2026 National NAIDOC Awards nominations closing soon. Get your submissions in!

Nominations for the 2026 National NAIDOC Awards close on Sunday 8 March 2026 at 11:59pm (AEDT).

Don't miss out on your chance to nominate someone in your community who deserves to be recognised for their leadership or the positive change they’re creating!

Deadline

Nominations close Sunday 8 March 2026 at 11:59pm (AEDT)

How to Submit

Nominate via the NAIDOC Submissions Platform, available on the Nominations page.

Submission Checklist

Ensure your nomination includes: 

• A nominee who is 18+ and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• A 100–500 word written statement addressing all selection criteria
• Clear examples of achievements, excellence, impact and future goals
• Accurate contact details for both nominator and nominee
• A signed Privacy Statement from both nominator and nominee
• One nomination form per category – multiple categories are allowed with separate forms.

How to Write a Strong Nomination

Do:

• Provide specific achievements and measurable impact
• Use clear examples with outcomes
• Address all selection criteria directly
• Show how the nominee is a role model in their community.

Don’t:

• Use vague statements without evidence
• Repeat the same information in different words
• Forget to include the signed Privacy Statement
• Leave your submission to the last minute.

Learn more about the National NAIDOC Award categories and how to nominate.