SILC’s Inaugural Annual Dinner and Awards Night
Join us at SILC’s Inaugural Dinner and Awards night to celebrate the significant contribution of our staff, who support our residents and work with our families, to achieve great life outcomes.
About the Awards
The Awards recognise the achievements of our cooperatives and their staff who demonstrate excellence, passion, vision and commitment to supporting people with disability.
The Awards will also provide an opportunity to promote good practice in delivering services in a family governed cooperative model and will showcase the work of our cooperatives as a place of innovation and as a place for a rewarding and successful career for people with the right values and approach.
Lastly, the Awards will provide recognition that the journey toward becoming a more inclusive Australia is everyone’s responsibility. Small changes to the way we ensure people with disability are considered, included and valued in our cooperative, all add up to make a big difference.
Key Dates
- Monday 21 August 2023: Nominations open
- Monday 30 October 2023: Nominations close 5:00 pm AEST
- Friday 24 November 2023: Awards Ceremony
Award Categories
- Employee of the Year – Steve Anthony Founder’s Award
- Excellence in Contemporary Practice
- Excellence in Community Engagement and Inclusion
- Outstanding Mentorship Award
- Rising Star Award
- Service Award
Nomination Process
- Nomination can be made by peers, supervisors, individuals with disability, family members or self nomination.
- Nominators (person nominating) will need to provide a detailed description of why they person deserves the award by addressing how the person demonstrates the criteria for the award.
- Supporting materials such as testimonials, case studies, photos, videos or any relevant documentation can be submitted to support the nomination.
- To nominate, scroll down to the “Click Here to Submit your Nomination through the Online Nomination Form” button below.
Award Recognition
- Winners will receive a award recognising their achievements and a gift certificate
- Winners’ stories and innovations will be highlighted through various media channels, further promoting their work and encouraging knowledge sharing within our cooperative community and our sector.
Event Sponsorship
Silver Sponsors – $500
- Name prominently displayed on digital screens
- Recognition on our website and in other SILC publications
- Acknowledgement and thanks by our MC on the night
Sapphire Sponsors – $2000
- 10 complimentary tickets with preferential seating
- Name prominently displayed on digital screens
- Recognition on our website and in other SILC publications
- Acknowledgement and thanks by our MC on the night
Emerald Sponsors – $3000
- 20 complimentary tickets with preferential seating
- Name prominently displayed on all digital screens
- Sponsorship of an award category
- Recognition on our website and in other SILC publications
- Acknowledgement and thanks by our MC and Chairman on the night
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of these awards?
The Awards recognise the achievements of our cooperatives and their staff who demonstrate excellence, passion, vision and commitment to supporting people with disability.
The Awards will also provide an opportunity to promote good practice in delivering services in a family governed cooperative model and will showcase the work of our cooperatives as a place of innovation and as a place for a rewarding and successful career for people with the right values and approach.
Who can submit a nomination?
Nomination can be made by peers, supervisors, individuals with disability, family members or self nomination.
Can I nominate a person for more than one category?
Yes, we know our staff are doing great work. You absolutely may.
Can I nominate myself?
Yes, self nominations are accepted. If you believe your contribution aligns with the award criteria, you are welcome to nominate yourself.
How are the nominations evaluated?
The nominations are evaluated based on the specific criteria under each of the award category. A panel of committee members will review the nominations and select the most deserving recipients.
What information should be included in the nomination?
Nominations should include detailed information about how the person’s contribution aligns with the award criteria. Where possible, provide examples,anecdotes, videos or photos to showcase their exceptional work.
Is there a specific format for the nomination?
While there is no strict format, clear and concise writing is appreciated. You can use bullet points, paragraphs or a combination of both to present the person’s accomplishments effectively.
Can I edit my nomination after submission?
Once a nomination is submitted, it’s not possible to edit it. Make sure you review your nomination before submitting.
How can I contact the awards team if I have further questions?
Please email staff@silc.coop and a friendly team member will be in touch.
Can I buy tickets for my family and friends to attend?
Yes, as a cooperative, we welcome our broader friends and families as part of our cooperative community to celebrate the success of our staff, as well as to come together for an end of year celebration.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets for the awards night will be released in mid September.
As a primary cooperative, can I use my surplus to pay for a table for staff?
Yes, however that is up to you as a cooperative. The purpose of your cooperative is to support residents to achieve their best life. If you feel that paying for staff to attend the awards can contribute to the overall success of your cooperative and work towards supporting the residents to achieve their best life, then this would be an appropriate use of the surplus. If you, as a Board do decide this, please ensure you minute it in your Board meeting minutes.
I would like to sponsor the event, what are the next steps?
Event sponsorship will allow us to raise funds to continue to benefit our cooperatives and our residents. If you would like to sponsor the event, please email us at staff@silc.coop and a friendly member from our team will be in touch with next steps.