Nominations Open

What are the 30 Under 30 Awards?

Out for Australia’s 30 Under 30 Awards recognises young LGBTQIA+ people under the age of 30 who are:

  • Making tangible contribution/s to bettering the lives of LGBTQIA+ people in Australia,

  • Demonstrating success in their career, and

  • Living with authenticity, courage and resilience - demonstrating the qualities of a role model.

We love to recognise the 'unsung' heroes of the LGBTQIA+ community so please highlight any work you're doing that might have gone relatively unnoticed. 
Thirty people will be named the 30 Under 30 Award Winners and five people will be named Category Winners.

Nominations Close

30 Under 30 Awards Eligibility

To be considered eligible for an Out for Australia 30 Under 30 Award, nominees must:

  • Openly identify as LGBTQIA+.

  • Be at least 18 years old when they are nominated, and under 30 years of age on the date of the event.

  • Not be a current Out for Australia volunteer (winners can be previous Out for Australia volunteers, but they must be recognised for work separate to their volunteering with Out for Australia).

  • Not be a current employee/volunteer/student placement at BCG.

  • Not have won an Out for Australia 30 Under 30 Award in 2023 (provided they meet the other requirements, 2023 winners would next be eligible in 2025).

Winners Announced

Out For Australia will be announcing the 2024 category winners at the 30 Under 30 Event.

Community Advocate

Recognising the exceptional contribution and advocacy of an individual that resulted in significant and tangible change for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Inclusion & Belonging Champion

Recognising the outstanding efforts of an individual to support under-represented LGBTQIA+ groups at work, make a tangible difference in their lives and/or increase visibility or representation at work.

Regional Legend

Recognising the outstanding contribution of a LGBTQIA+ person living or working in regional, rural or remote Australia who is supporting and advocating for LGBTQIA+ people living in Regional Australia.

Rising Star

Recognising the exceptional success of an LGBTQIA+ person in their career or industry.

Standout Student

Recognising the significant contribution of a current or recently graduated student (2021/2022), in academic achievement, or increasing visibility of or improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ students.

Awards Event