GOVERNOR'S CHAPLAINCY AWARDS

HOW TO NOMINATE

Celebrating those that support our Communities

With nominations now open, you can highlight the work of those putting others first‍
The Governor's Chaplaincy Awards presents a unique opportunity for His Excellency the Honourable Christopher Dawson AC APM, to highlight the good work and inspiring stories of chaplains across industries, such as aged care, defence, education, emergency services, health, mining, social services and sports.

The awards ceremony, held at Government House, Western Australia, will recognise the positive impact chaplains have on individuals, workplaces and communities.

Nominations will be open from Monday, 8th April, closing on Friday, 19th July 2024.
The top 5 nominees from each category will be invited to attend with a guest.

Nominations for individual chaplains will be accepted in the following categories:
REGIONAL CHAPLAIN OF THE YEAR
CHAPLAINCY LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION
OUTSTANDING RESPONSE TO A CRITICAL INCIDENT
CULTURAL CAPABILITY
COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Nominees are to be nominated by others and self-nominations will only be accepted for the:
REGIONAL CHAPLAINCY PARTNERSHIP AWARD‍

After the closure of nominations, nominees will be assessed by our industry leading panel as publicised. Nominees will then be announced via the website and personally invited to attend The Governor’s Chaplaincy Awards ceremony.

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How to nominate a chaplain

To nominate a chaplain for an Award, the nominator must:

  1. Ensure that the candidate meets the criteria for The Governor’s Chaplaincy Award and:
    • Is a current chaplain appointed to a paid or voluntary position
    • Has displayed a significant commitment to the ministry of chaplaincy
  2. Provide a profile of the chaplain, that establishes grounds for the nomination. Pertinent information would include but not be limited to the following:  
    • The candidate’s biography and work experience within their role as a chaplain
    · The mission and description of the organisation that appointed the chaplain
    · One brief letter of recommendation from third-party endorsements (Required)
  3. Provide written responses to the specific award category requirements.
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