The impact of Country Education Foundation is driven by a network of extraordinary volunteers, students and alumni.
The Country Education Foundation Awards is our opportunity to celebrate and discover some of the achievements of our people. These incredible people embody the core of why the Country Education Foundation exists and we can’t wait to showcase them.
In 2024, the awards will include two streams the Audi Foundation – Alumni Awards and Katie Walker Outstanding Service Award. Self- nominations are always encouraged!
Audi Foundation has again generously jumped on board to sponsor this year’s Alumni awards, partnering with CEF since its inception in 2017. Audi Foundation a corporate philanthropic foundation funded by Audi Australia, supports progressive charities to drive meaningful change.
SELECTION PROCESS
An independent panel of judges will assess nominations to select each winner. The panel will have no prior knowledge of the candidates and their achievements, so your nomination must be comprehensive and include evidence of impact and achievement in line with the category and criteria.
COUNTRY EDUCATION FOUNDATION AWARDS DINNER
The winners will be announced at the Country Education Foundation Awards dinner in Canberra on Saturday 19th October. The winners will be formally recognised at the inaugural event providing a fantastic opportunity to network with other key CEF stakeholders. Our winners will be invited guests with costs fully subsidised.
AUDI FOUNDATION – ALUMNI AWARD CATEGORIES:
- CEF ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR
A past recipient who has achieved on a regional, national or international stage, showing excellence in character and leadership and demonstrating high achievement.
- CEF YOUNG ACHIEVER
A recent graduate with determination and talent, resulting in early career accomplishments in their field of choice.
- CEF COMMUNITY ALUMNI CHAMPION
A recipient who has taken their knowledge back to a regional area to share and inspire, and who fosters further education. - CEF RISING STAR
A current student (1st or 2nd year) with a bright future and demonstrated commitment to achieving their goals. - CEF LAUNCHING STAR
A current student (3rd year or above) with a bright future and demonstrated commitment to achieving their goals.
KATIE WALKER OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD :
Katie Walker, a founding member and board director of Country Education Foundation of Australia who truly understands the vital role volunteers play in providing wrap-around support for young rural and regional people seeking further education.
This is why Katie is the namesake of the award dedicated to our volunteers.
CRITERIA
Each CEF local foundation is run by a committee of dedicated volunteers. Every year volunteers work with their communities to raise local funds to support local youth in post-school aspirations. They also campaign to identify and allocate those funds to pursue their career aspirations.
Our CEF recipients know that once they receive support from their local foundation, they will be supported on their path to their career dreams
THE PROCESS
There is no doubt singling out one CEF volunteer for outstanding service is an arduous task. So much so we need a whole panel to navigate the process. This independent panel will rely solely on your nomination. In saying that, the first step is for you to nominate.
