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ADCET's Annual Accessibility in Action Awards

In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), ADCET holds annual Accessibility in Action Awards to recognise passion, innovation, good practice and leadership in accessibility.

Our awards are held annually in line with GAAD, which occurs yearly in May. The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than one billion people with disability. Winners receive a certificate and an ADCET digital badge.

Accessibility in Action nominations should meet the following criteria for individual, team or project awards: 

  • has been in development or delivered in 2024/2025 (could be a new or ongoing program) 
  • open to Australian tertiary education (Vocational Education & Training and Higher Ed) providers
  • addresses physical, digital, learning or cultural barriers to accessibility for people with disability 
  • relates to an accessibility issue for students, staff or broader community relating to your institution 
  • demonstrates a commitment to accessibility 

Individual and Team Awards

Awards are available for individual contributions and team projects, and initiatives. This is a wonderful opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding work and commitment demonstrated by staff and students who are driving accessibility and inclusion in the Australian tertiary education sector.

The Trevor Allan Award for Excellence in Disability Inclusion and Accessibility

ADCET proudly presents the 2025 Trevor Allan Award for Excellence in Disability Inclusion and Accessibility, following its successful inaugural year.

This prestigious annual honour recognises an individual who has demonstrated unwavering commitment to enhancing accessibility and inclusion for students with disability in Australian tertiary education. Named after Trevor Allan, a distinguished leader and advocate in the disability and tertiary education sectors, this award celebrates those who have made significant, sustained contributions to creating equitable learning environments.

Recipients of this award exemplify exceptional leadership in removing barriers, implementing innovative solutions, and advocating for the rights of students with disability across the tertiary education sector. Through their dedication, they ensure these students access the same opportunities and resources as their peers, fostering truly inclusive educational experiences.

The Trevor Allan Award celebrates how individual passion, dedication, and vision can transform tertiary education and create a more equitable future for all learners.

Nominations Close: Monday, 5 May 2025 11:59 pm AEST

Winners Announced: Thursday, 15 May 2025 (GAAD Day), with a celebration later in May (To Be Announced).

Nominate an individual or team for an ADCET Accessibility in Action Award 2025

Nomination form questions:

Details

  • What is your name?
  • What is your email address?
  • What is the name of your organisation?

Who is this nomination for?

  • Yourself
  • Team/organisation
  • Individual
  • Individual (Trevor Allan Award)

Yourself:

  • What is the name of the project or initiative being nominated?

Team/organisation

  • What is the name of the team or organisation being nominated?
  • What is the name of the project or initiative?
  • Please list the team members who contributed to this project.

Individual

  • What is the name of the person you are nominating?
  • What is the name of the project or initiative?

Individual (Trevor Allan Award)

  • What is the name of the person you are nominating for the Trevor Allan Award?

Please provide relevant details to support your nomination:

  • Reason for the nomination
  • The need for the accessibility practice (i.e. what barriers were addressed)
  • What actions were undertaken
  • The impact this had on the students or organisation

Feel free to include any other supporting information/evidence (i.e. testimonials, student feedback, measurable outcomes)

If you have any diagrams, photos or images to demonstrate your project, please upload them.

2025 Judging Panel

The Accessibility in Action Awards 2025 will feature a distinguished panel of esteemed judges with a diverse range of expertise and experiences. 

Previous Winners

2024

2023

2022

Accessibility in Action Awards:

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