Celebrating First Nations Leadership: Cast Your Vote for the Third Sector First Nations Leader of the Year Award

Posted on August 10, 2023 - Blog

In what we believe is an important move towards recognising and celebrating the incredible leadership within the First Nations community, CSnet is proud to announce its sponsorship of the inaugural Third Sector First Nations Leader of the Year Award.

At CSNet we believe that acknowledging and empowering leaders within the First Nations community is not just a responsibility, but a privilege. The First Nations Leader of the Year Award seeks to honour individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, vision, and impact in their roles as leaders, making positive contributions that resonate far beyond their communities.

Why First Nations Leadership Matters

First Nations leadership holds a significant place in the heart of Australia’s history and its ongoing journey towards reconciliation, understanding, and unity. These leaders not only uphold their traditions and culture but also navigate complex challenges and drive positive change in various fields. Whether it’s in the realms of cultural healing, education, social and economic equity or family safety, First Nations leaders continue to pave the way for a better future.

CSnet’s Commitment

As a company deeply committed to social responsibility and community empowerment, CSnet recognises the importance of supporting and amplifying the voices of First Nations leaders. By sponsoring the First Nations Leader of the Year Award, we aim to contribute to the spotlight on these individuals who have met the following criteria.

Selection Criteria

A special call out to the esteemed 2023 judging panel who applied the following criteria.

Social Impact

The Leader has created positive, measurable benefits for the organisation’s stakeholders, and the third sector.

Systems Thinking

The Leader has designed solutions based on systems-level change.

Innovation

The Leader has demonstrated the courage to challenge the status quo in their organisation and find new ways forward.

Collaboration

The Leader has a proven capacity and creates opportunities to collaborate with other stakeholders within the third sector.

Leadership

The Leader demonstrates the leadership of the organisation, the system and the self. The Leader has consciously created a ‘leaderful’ organisational culture, where leadership is shared and promoted throughout the organisation. The Leader empowers organisational participants and stakeholders to make leadership contributions.

Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin.

Get Involved: Cast Your Vote

We invite everyone to join us in celebrating and supporting this initiative by casting your vote for the finalists. Your vote can make a difference in recognising their efforts and honouring their achievements. .

Stay Connected

Stay tuned to our social media channels and website for more updates and stories about the incredible achievements of finalist for the First Nations Leader of the Year Award. We look forward to sharing their stories and celebrating their successes.

Let’s come together to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary leadership of First Nations individuals, making a positive impact on their communities and beyond.

To cast your vote for the First Nations Leader of the Year Award finalists or for more information, visit .