Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence 2025 Nominations now open!

We recognise and celebrate outstanding Victorians and organisations for their service to multicultural Victoria. Nominations close 27 August.

Recognising excellence in multicultural Victoria

The Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence (MAEs) honour outstanding individuals and organisations who have made significant contributions to strengthening multiculturalism in Victoria.

Now in its 24th year, the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) proudly coordinates the MAEs to celebrate those who champion cross-cultural understanding and support Victorians from migrant, refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds to thrive and fully participate in all areas of life.

This year, 14 award categories are open for nomination, reflecting the diverse ways our communities are enriched by multicultural contributions.

The 2025 ceremony will also feature the Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll, recognising local champions of diversity who have played a vital role in keeping our communities safe, connected, and strong.

Nominations are now open and close at 11.59pm, 27 August 2025.

Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll

Now in its 4th year, the Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll recognises individuals who have made exceptional and lasting contributions to multiculturalism in Victoria.

The Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll focuses on local champions of diversity, recognising the vital role that these individuals play to keep our multicultural communities safe and connected.

Key stages and dates

MilestoneDate
Nominations open21 July 2025
Nominations close27 August 2025
Judging periodSeptember – October 2025
Winners announcedOctober 2025
Awards ceremony4 December 2025

Categories

Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence 2024

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