Community Citizen of the Year
The Community Citizen of the Year Awards recognise outstanding contribution by local people to local communities throughout Western Australia.
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The Community Citizen of the Year Awards has a number of key objectives which include:
- To uplift community contribution and participation.
- To encourage community harmony and engagement at a local level.
- To showcase grass-roots community involvement, achievement and capacity-building initiatives.
Who do we recognise?
There are four award categories:
- Community Citizen of the Year
- Young Community Citizen of the Year (16 – 30 years of age)
- Senior Community Citizen of the Year (over 65 years of age)
- Active Citizenship – group or event
Recipients are announced by their respective local council on or around Australia Day. Recipients will have been selected based on making significant contribution to the local community, enhancing community life, and making positive change as a role model for the community.
Visit the Community Citizen of the Year Awards website for more information and to nominate.
Nominations are open all year round with a dedicated campaign in September – October each year.