Inaugural Australian Sikh Awards Nominations Close on 20th

Sikh Youth Australia (SYA) and Young Sikh Professionals Network (YSPN) recently launched a major new initiative called the Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence to showcase the unsung heroes within the Sikh Community in Australia.

How often have you seen Sikhs recognised in National Awards or The Queen’s/ Kings Birthday Honours Lists?

“We believe that there are some amazing

Sikhs across Australia who are making outstanding contributions to the social and economic development of Australia, and it’s time that we celebrate these successes,” said Satwant Singh Calais President of Sikh Youth Australia. These awards will also provide pathways for national recognition by mainstream Australia. Nominations have been called across 8 award categories. These include:

4Agriculture

4Sports

4Arts/culture and music

4Community service

4Professional development

4Leadership

4Australian Sikh Women of the Year

4Australian Sikh Youth of the Year

Details of each award category can be obtained from www.sikhawards.com.au

The Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence were launched on the 20th March by Hon Michelle Rowland, MP, Minister for Communications. Messages of support were given by Hon Peter Dutton MP,