Filipino-Australian Youth Excellence Award 2025.
Nominations are now open for the FILCCA Filipino-Australian Youth Excellence Award 2025 which will be proudly presented at SAYA Youth Fest, Sydney.
SAYA Youth Fest is a 1-day event on 15 February 2025 that aims to instil in the Filipino youth a love of the Philippines, its people and culture as well as provide an opportunity to enjoy the company of kababayans.
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NOMINATION FOR FILCCA YOUTH EXCELENCE GUIDELINES
The Filipino Communities Council of Australia Inc. (FILCCA) is proud to honour exceptional young individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and made significant contributions to both the Filipino and Australian communities. To celebrate their dedication and impact, FILCCA is pleased to introduce the inaugural FILCCA Youth Excellence Award.
The FILCCA Youth Excellence Award will be handed out on the 15th of February at the FIlCCA Youth Gala Dinner.
Nominations are now being accepted for the following categories:
Youth Excellence Award in Business
Young individuals who have shown exceptional entrepreneurial
spirit or leadership in the business world, whether by starting a business,
innovating in their field, or contributing to economic growth and
sustainability.
Youth Excellence Award in Leadership
Youth who have displayed extraordinary leadership qualities,
whether in school, community organizations, or other settings. These
individuals inspire others and take initiative to lead positive change.
Youth Excellence Award in Community Service
Youth who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to
giving back to the community. This includes those who actively volunteer,
support charitable initiatives, and work to make their communities a better
place.
Youth Excellence Award in Sports
Young athletes who have demonstrated exceptional skill,
discipline, and achievements in their respective sports. Their commitment to
training and excelling at the highest levels, along with their sportsmanship
and teamwork, sets them apart.
Youth Excellence Award in Creative Arts and
Entertainment
Youth who have shown remarkable talent and achievement in creative arts, including visual arts, music, theater, dance, or film. These individuals contribute to the cultural landscape through their artistic endeavours and creativity.
Icon of Influence Award
Youth who has demonstrated exceptional excellence,
dedication, and impact within the world of social media, beauty, fashion, and pageantry. This
prestigious award recognizes a person who has excelled in their respective
field, whether as a titleholder, , designer, or influencer, and who has made a
significant contribution to shaping trends, inspiring others, and representing
the highest standards of grace, elegance, and poise.
REWARD
Apart from the prestige and the community recognition,
awardees are to receive.
A trophy and/or a certificate
Young individuals who have shown exceptional entrepreneurial
spirit or leadership in the business world, whether by starting a business,
innovating in their field, or contributing to economic growth and
sustainability.
A free ticket to the Gala Dinner
Youth who have displayed extraordinary leadership qualities,
whether in school, community organizations, or other settings. These
individuals inspire others and take initiative to lead positive change.
Automatic nomination to the bi-annual FilCCA
Youth Achievement Award
Youth who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to
giving back to the community. This includes those who actively volunteer,
support charitable initiatives, and work to make their communities a better
place.
Various perks and vouchers from supporting
businesses and organisations
Young athletes who have demonstrated exceptional skill,
discipline, and achievements in their respective sports. Their commitment to
training and excelling at the highest levels, along with their sportsmanship
and teamwork, sets them apart.
GENERAL CRITERIA
Individual nominees must:
Must be under 35 years old at the time of the nomination.
Be a permanent resident or Australian citizen of
Filipino descent.
Be of good moral standing in the community.
Have no bankruptcy attached to their name.
Have no criminal conviction with one year or more period of imprisonment.
May or not may not be a member of the state
council of their area.
SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE
The official nomination form must be completed and to
include the following supporting
documentations.
A submission on nominee in no more than 2000 words.
Evidence/support documents - academic achievements, if
applicable.
General Achievements - degree of difficulty and
sacrifices made.
Contributions and benefits to the Filipino community in
Australia.
Contributions and benefits to the Australian Society.
Provide the following evidentiary support documents.
Copies of certificates, awards, etc.
Press clippings.
Letters of recommendation.
Any other relevant material in support of the nomination.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
Current members of the FILCCA Executive (elected Office
Bearers) are eligible for the awards.
It is the nominator’s responsibility to ensure that all
documentary evidence is included in the
nomination.
Self-nomination
is allowed. It is the responsibility of those nominating to conduct due
diligence and enquiries on the validity of the nominations.
No correspondence will be entered following the decision
of the panel, which is final.
Only original applications will be accepted.
Nominations can be submitted online via the attached link
or by sending completed forms to filccayouthawards@gmail.com
Nomination
deadline is on the 15th of January 2025.
Filipino Australian Youth Excellence Award Nomination