Awards

Submit a nomination

Choose the category that best fits your nomination. One nomination per category. Before submitting, check the category criteria in the Awards Kit.

Before you submit

  • Check the criteria for your chosen category in the Awards Kit.
  • Prepare supporting material (evidence, examples, or outcomes) as requested in the form.
  • Use clear language and focus on what was done and what changed as a result.

If you are unsure which category fits, email hello@vespiia.org before submitting.

Nominations are currently closed. This page will go live when submissions open.

Categories

Select a category

Use the buttons below to start a nomination. Each category has a separate nomination form.

Individual awards

Volunteer of the Year

Recognises a volunteer contribution delivering impact for service communities.

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Staffer of the Year

Recognises outstanding contribution by a staff member in the sector.

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Academic of the Year

Recognises research, teaching, or academic contribution relevant to the sector.

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Student of the Year

Recognises contribution and potential from a student in a sector-relevant field.

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Service Chaplain of the Year

Recognises service chaplaincy contribution supporting personnel and families.

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Research Piece of the Year

Recognises a research output that contributes to sector understanding and practice.

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Organisation and team awards

Best Strategic Partnership

Recognises a partnership delivering improved outcomes through collaboration.

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Supplier Team of the Year

Recognises a supplier team delivering strong outcomes for service communities.

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Allied Team of the Year

Recognises a team working in adjacent fields delivering meaningful sector impact.

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Organisation of the Year

Recognises an organisation demonstrating strong delivery and measurable outcomes.

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New Kid on the Block

Recognises a newer organisation or initiative demonstrating early impact.

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Program awards

Transition Program of the Year

Recognises a program supporting transition with clear outcomes and delivery quality.

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Social Program of the Year

Recognises a social program delivering connection and support outcomes.

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Volunteer Program of the Year

Recognises volunteer program design, management, and outcomes.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program of the Year

Recognises a DEI program delivering practical improvements and inclusion outcomes.

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Impact on a Shoestring

Recognises high impact delivery achieved with limited resources.

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Impact Through Events

Recognises event delivery that achieved clear outcomes and strong participant value.

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Need help?

If you have a question about eligibility, evidence, or category selection, contact the VESPIIA team.