The person eligible for this award must:

• Identify as He/Him, He/They, or They/Them

• Reside in Australia.
  Work within the digital or technology sector (including corporate, government, startup, or not-for-profit).

• Be actively involved in championing gender equity within their workplace or broader industry.

• Have a proven track record of advocacy, action, and impact during the 25/26 Financial Year.

 What we are looking for in the entry:

• Clear examples of how the nominee has actively supported gender equity initiatives—not just in words but in measurable, tangible actions.

• Evidence of how their allyship has influenced positive change within their organisation, team, or community (e.g., improved policies, increased representation, mentorship, funding support, or visibility for women).

• Demonstrates inclusive leadership by working alongside women and underrepresented voices, lifting others as they rise.
  Acts as a catalyst for building inclusive workplace cultures that foster belonging, safety, and respect for all genders.

• Allyship that is ongoing and embedded into their everyday behaviour, not performative or opportunistic.

• Testimonials or feedback from those they have supported, showing the human impact of their actions.

Tip: When responding to questions, please provide as many numerical measures as possible - quantifying your success will help contextualise your submission for the industry judges.

1. Full Name (first and last name)

2. Role Title

3. Organisation

4. Your LinkedIn URL

5. Your Bio (150 words)

6. Share the organisation's elevator pitch (50 words)

7. What drives your commitment to DEI? (150 words)

8. Describe specific actions or initiatives you have championed to advance DEI within your organisation. Include your role in implementing the action or initiative, the steps you took, and the measurable outcomes of these efforts. (250 words)

9. Tell us about a time when you challenged a bias or inequality within the workplace. What did you do, and what impact did it have? How does this align with your approach to supporting underrepresented groups, particularly women and marginalised communities? (250 words)

10. How have you engaged leaders, teams, or colleagues to foster a more inclusive culture? Provide examples of your influence, leadership, and how you have worked to ensure DEI values are embedded in your organisation’s culture and operations. (250 words)

11. What measurable impact have your DEI efforts had within your organisation? Share metrics, feedback, or specific stories that highlight the positive outcomes of your work. (200 words)

12. What are your future goals for advancing DEI in your organisation? (200 words)