Shine On Awards

This is an outstanding annual Australia-wide Rotary award recognising exceptional service to others by people with disabilities. Clubs may nominate people who meet the criteria and all nominees will receive recognition with a Certificate of Commendation.

The 'Shine On' Awards recognize and acknowledge service to the community by people with disabilities.

Guidelines for Nomination

Eligible Nominees are people who are actively involved in community service for the benefit of others and have demonstrated a significant level of achievement whilst managing a specific medical
disorder/disability.

Nominations for the Rotary Southern Districts' 'Shine On' Awards must be endorsed by a Rotary Club.

Nominations may be made by clubs, associations or individuals aged 21 years and over. A nominee must sign a consent form and include a small or passport sized photo.

Download the Application Form for 2014-15

Eligibility Criteria for a Nominee

Australian citizenship (for at least three years)
Individuals who have a specific disability
and have consistently given dedicated service to the community

Required information supporting a nomination

Consent Form signed by the Nominee
Medical Certificate confirming the disability signed by a Medical Practitioner
Information demonstrating nominee's personal achievements
Information re: leadership and/or special service to his/her community
References (at least two) verifying achievements

Examples of personal achievement:

Leadership and/or mentoring of others with the disability
Membership and/or leadership in community groups
Service to the community and/or a history of community achievement
Other special awards or forms of recognition

Other Information:

A previous Nominee may be proposed no less than four years after initial nomination when further achievements have been demonstrated.
Any club or association may nominate more than one person.
Include your local Rotary Club's name; contact person; phone/email details and address.