Women in Football Awards
Thanks to the support of the NSW Government, the Women in Football Awards will be given for the first time for Volunteer of the Year, Media Award and an Emerging Leader.
The three winners will receive travel to the Central Coast with two nights' accommodation included, to be presented with their award at the Welcome Drinks on Saturday 11 September 2021.
Information about each of the awards, including the nomination and judging process, is below including links to the entry form.
Nominations in all categories close on Friday 2 July 2021 at 6pm AEST.
Awards Criteria
Volunteer Award
The Women in Football Volunteer of the Year award recognises the outstanding work of a volunteer within grassroots football in their community who has demonstrated significant contribution or commitment to a team, organisation, special event or a program.
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Must have given notable voluntary service with a club, association or organisation.
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Must be a voluntary contributor, having received no income from football (reimbursement of expenses excepted).
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Must act and work for the best interest of the game in general without ever bringing the game in to disrepute.
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Fulfill their role with enthusiasm, professionalism and fairness.
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Strive to act above and beyond a voluntary position or role.
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Encourage participation and help build a sense of community.
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Champion a cause to raise awareness of funds of a particular event or issue.
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Role with club/association/organisation and name of club/association/organisation.
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Why they deserve to be named Volunteer of the Year.
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What special skills, commitment or initiative ‘above and beyond’ did the nominee bring to the role?
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What impact has the nominee had on others?
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Has the nominee had to overcome any particular obstacles to fulfill their role?
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A brief statement against each of the four selection criteria.
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Any other comments the nominator wishes to make.
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Anyone who is in a paid position (full time or part time) in the football sector. Reimbursed expenses are not considered a paid position.
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A member of the Executive Committee of Women in Football Australia Inc or the independent member of the panel.
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Kylie Deeth (Queensland, independent) -
Rob Juric (NSW, Women in Football) -
Vicki Morton (Tasmania, Women in Football)
Emerging Leader Award
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ensuring Boards and/or Committees meet the 40/40/20 targets of the FFA Constitution; -
actively encouraging diversity in positions – not just in terms of gender but also in terms of different organisational roles, age, cultural backgrounds and sexual preference; -
demonstrating a commitment to accountability in gender equality; -
getting the messaging right so it appeals to women and men; -
initiating change and encouraging women to participate more fully in decision-making roles; -
challenging and championing gender-based practices.
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Name and contact details of the nominee (name, mobile phone, email) or a representative of the nominee if an organisation -
A 250 word statement supporting the individual and how she or he has demonstrated leadership and commitment to achieving greater gender equality in football in Australia.
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A member of the Executive Committee of Women in Football Australia Inc. -
The independent member of the judging panel.
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Dr Jorge Knijnik (NSW, Women in Football) -
Vasilki Nihas (ACT, independent) -
Lesley Podesta (Victoria, independent)
Media Award
Women in Football may award a ‘Media Award’ to an individual or media organisation for journalism that consistently provides coverage and stories that promote participation of girls and women and help promote the game at community and professional level.
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Name and contact details of the nominee (name, mobile phone, email) or a representative of the nominee if an organisation -
A 250 word statement supporting the entry, outlining its relevance to the category, impact and any background context -
Any other comments the nominator wishes to make.
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no more than five examples of written work; -
no more than five minutes of broadcast work; -
no more than three examples of written work and two minutes of broadcast work if combined.
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A member of the Executive Committee of Women in Football Australia Inc. -
The independent member of the judging panel.
- Sally Freedman (UEFA Switzerland, Independent)
- Simon Hill (NSW, Women in Football Ambassador)
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Bonita Mersiades (NSW, Women in Football)