April 2008

Nomination call for 2008 disability awards

Nominations for the 2008 National Disability Awards are now open.

The awards celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and contributions individuals with disabilities make to the community, as well as recognise individuals who have contributed to the disability sector.

Presentation of the awards will again coincide with the celebration of International Day of People with Disability on December 3.

An independent judging panel will assess the nominations.

There are five award categories:

•           Community Contribution Award for the person with a disability who has made a significant contribution to the community (no age limit);

•           Young Community Contribution Award for the young person with a disability who has made a significant contribution to the community (aged between 12 and 25);

•           Inclusion Award for the person who has made a significant contribution to improving the lives of people with disability (no age limit);

•           Go Getter Award for the young person who has made a significant contribution to improving the lives of people with disability (aged between 12 and 25);

•           Personal Achievement Award for the person, either with disability or caring for someone with disability, who has overcome adversity to achieve personal goals.

Entries close on Friday, May 9.

•           For more information visit http://www.idpwd.com.au/awards.asp.