

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS 2025
The South Australian Pride Awards return in 2025 as part of the second annual South Australian Pride Gala, shining a spotlight on the people, organisations and moments that shape, support, and celebrate LGBTQIA+ life across South Australia. From community champions to inclusive employers, standout events to proud performers – the Awards are our opportunity to say thank you to those who go above and beyond.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
Community Group of the Year
Open to community groups, or organisations based in South Australia.
Must demonstrate a sustained and significant contribution to advancing LGBTQIA+ rights, visibility, or inclusion.
Achievements may include activism, policy change, education, or community-building initiatives.
Nominees must show measurable outcomes or a proven track record of positive impact.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
Employer of the Year
Open to businesses or organisations operating in South Australia that employ staff in a formal and ongoing capacity.
To be eligible, nominees must:
Employ paid staff on a regular basis (not solely contractors or owner-operators)
Provide formal employment arrangements such as contracts, rosters, or HR policies
Nominees must have implemented or supported initiatives that foster LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace.
Examples of support may include diversity training, inclusive policies, community sponsorship, or advocacy efforts.
Submissions should demonstrate tangible outcomes that benefit LGBTQIA+ employees or the wider community.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
Event of the Year
Open to events held in South Australia between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2024.
The event must celebrate LGBTQIA+ diversity, pride, or inclusion, and leave a lasting positive impact on attendees.
Eligible events can include festivals, fundraisers, educational forums, or artistic performances.
Nominees must demonstrate creativity, inclusivity, and alignment with LGBTQIA+ values.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
First Nations Person of the Year
Open to Indigenous LGBTQIA+ individuals residing in South Australia.
Nominees must have contributed to the preservation and celebration of their cultural heritage.
Must demonstrate leadership in advocating for equality and inclusion within both Indigenous and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Achievements should highlight the intersection of cultural identity and contemporary LGBTQIA+ advocacy.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
Performer of the Year
Open to LGBTQIA+ artists, performers, or creatives currently residing in South Australia.
Must have contributed significantly to South Australia’s cultural landscape through their art or performances.
Work should demonstrate originality, creativity, and a positive representation of LGBTQIA+ identities.
Activities considered for this award must have taken place between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2024.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PRIDE AWARDS
Sport, Health and Wellbeing Award
Open to individuals, teams, clubs, organisations, or initiatives that have actively reduced barriers and improved access for LGBTQIA+ participation or care.
Must demonstrate leadership in fostering mental, physical, or emotional wellbeing, whether through sports programs, health services, research, or advocacy.
Achievements may include the development of safe sporting policies, mental health initiatives, inclusive healthcare practices, or community-driven wellness programs.
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Volunteer of the Year
Nominees must identify as LGBTQIA+ and have volunteered in South Australia in the past year.
Contributions should reflect exceptional dedication and impact on LGBTQIA+ initiatives or organisations.
Volunteer work can include, but is not limited to, event support, advocacy, community services, or organisational roles.