NOMINATIONS

SPONSORSHIPAWARDS

2013

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INDEX

OVERVIEW 3

MOTIVATION 4

MARKETING & PROMOTION 5

SPONSORSHIP 5

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES 6

EVENT PARTICULARS 6

AWARD CATEGORIES 7

AWARD DESCRIPTIONS 8

TROPHIES & CERTIFICATES 9

SPONSORSHIP CONFIRMATION FORM 10

Joseph Davies – Winner 2011

Open Outstanding Individual Sporting Achievement

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VISION - EAST KIMBERLEY ABORIGINAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

Community spirit grows from the contributions of many individuals, families, community groups,

businesses and organisations. The East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards (EKAAA)

celebrate and showcase those who contribute to the strength of our local community, helping to build

a stronger future for the people of the East Kimberley and the region as a whole. The focus is on

identifying quiet achievers and leaders who continually give back to the community in many different

ways.

BACKGROUND

REMOTENESS

The East Kimberley is one of the most remote areas of Australia, situated 3206 kms from Perth and

1032 kms from Broome. Australian Bureau of Statistics 2011 census data states the population of

the East Kimberley is 7799 of whom 38% are Aboriginal.

Between 2006 and 2011, population has grown by 19% across the Kimberley, providing a strong

impetus to develop appropriate economic and social activities that will encompass different elements

of the region’s culture. Overall, the population of the Kimberley is characterised by its strong growth

and high proportion of Aboriginal people, which is significant at 43.5%.

The region has an extremely young and rapidly-growing Aboriginal population, which in combination

with other demographic challenges, underlines the importance of building a culture of success and

promoting strong, positive role models within the community. The East Kimberley Aboriginal

Achievement Awards specifically aim to do this by acknowledging, supporting, and promoting those

leaders in our community who are already achieving great things across a range of endeavours.

This important ambition can only be achieved with help from a range of partners and supporters.

The awards were previously known as ‘The Wunan

Achievement Awards’. They were initiated by the ATSIC

Wunan Regional Council in 2000 to recognise achievements

of individuals and organisations in Aboriginal affairs across the

East Kimberley.

The Wunan Achievement Awards were last held in 2003. As

the Wunan Regional Council wanted to ensure that the

awards were recognised as a community-driven event, they

were renamed the East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement

Awards (EKAAA). These awards were held annually from

2004 to 2009. The EKAAA is now conducted biennially; the

last event was held in 2011.

In 2011, the EKAAA attracted 80 outstanding regional

nominations across 14 different award categories. The awards

ceremony was opened by the Mirima Dancers, and guests

enjoyed fine dining, quality entertainment and inspirational

guest speakers. The evening was attended by over 300

guests and nominees. All nominees received special

certificates and each winner was proudly presented with a

hand-crafted trophy in the form an inscribed decorated plate

made by the Wuggubun Community.

Erica Sykes 2008 Apprentice of the Year

David Newry – Winner 2011

Outstanding Individual Contribution to

Arts & Culture

Eric Bedford – Winner 2011

Elder of the Year

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MOTIVATION

The East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards aim to:

Create positive goals and showcase role models within our Aboriginal community with an

awards ceremony that recognises and values the significant achievements and contributions

made by Aboriginal people and organisations in our region;

Foster a culture of success through the awards event itself, through comprehensive

promotional activities, and by engaging communities, particularly schools, in progressing the

development of the awards;

Encourage Aboriginal participation in the many social and economic opportunities of our

region, and share the inspirational ideas and motivation of the award winners and nominees;

Provide a positive forum for building understanding, trust and cooperation between Aboriginal

and non-Aboriginal people;

Showcase the many and varied important achievements of individuals, communities and

organisations across the East Kimberley.

Hannah Cooper – Winner 2011

Junior Person of the Year

Gooring Jimbila – Winner 2011

Outstanding Contribution to Aboriginal Employment & Training

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Douglas Dolby – Winner 2011

Employee of the Year

MARKETING & PROMOTION

Promotion of the event will include the following mediums:

Posters and flyers distributed in Kununurra, Wyndham, Warmun, Halls Creek and

surrounding communities;

Regional newspapers including the Kimberley Echo, Wyndham Bastion Bulletin, Halls Creek

Herald, Broome Advertiser;

Television advertising on Golden West Network pre and post awards;

Kimberley radio stations including Waringarri Radio, Spirit FM, ABC Kimberley,

PRK Radio Halls Creek, PAKAM network via Radio Goolarri;

Local Newsletters including SWEK newsletter, CommerceLink, Gelganyem Trust newsletter,

Diamond Scoop newsletter, KGT newsletter, ICV newsletter;

Presentations at schools, community functions and business gatherings leading up to the

awards evening;

Personal invitations

All advertising and marketing material will mention key stakeholders and sponsors.

SPONSORSHIP

Sponsorship of the 2013 East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards is a direct investment in the

East Kimberley community and a future that is built on positive vision and success.

In 2013, the East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards aim to ensure that the audience and the

broader community are aware of our sponsors’ valuable contributions and will directly associate

sponsoring bodies with this important regional event.

This is your opportunity to:

Promote and market your

organisation’s role in our

region;

Directly target an audience of

Aboriginal people and

communities across the East

Kimberley;

Enhance your organisation’s

profile by demonstrating

genuine involvement in our

regional communities;

Endorse the many positive

community benefits of the

awards; and

Enjoy networking opportunities

with key regional organisations.

Part of your financial contribution will be used to provide practical development opportunities for key

award winners, including training, travel, personal, professional & leadership development.

All sponsorship funds will be held in trust by the Wunan Foundation and an event summary and

financial report will be forwarded to all sponsors after the event.

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SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES LEVEL ONE - GOLD SPONSOR $10,000 + GST

Naming rights for one award and presentation rights at the event

Banner at EKAAA

Logo in TV advertising

Logo & 1/2 page advertisement in program booklet

200 word company profile in program booklet

Logo on posters, flyers and website

Acknowledgement at the event

4 complimentary tickets

LEVEL TWO - SILVER SPONSOR $5,000 + GST

Banner at EKAAA

Logo in TV advertising Logo on posters, flyers and website

Logo in program booklet

100 word company profile in program booklet

Acknowledgement at the event

2 complimentary tickets LEVEL THREE - BRONZE SPONSOR $2,000 + GST

Logo in program booklet 100 word company profile in program booklet Logo on posters, flyers and website

Acknowledgement at the event

These sponsorship packages have been developed with flexibility in mind. Acting as the administrative body, Wunan would be pleased to negotiate tailored packages to suit your organisation.

Should you wish to discuss this sponsorship proposal further, please contact EKAAA Project

Manager, Kris Currow (M 0403 846 543) or email ekaaa@wunan.org.au.

EVENT DETAILS

EAST KIMBERLEY ABORIGINAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 2013

Attendance: Approximately 350 guests Event Date: September 2013 (TBC) Venue: Kununurra Country Club Resort (TBC) Catering: Canapés & dinner inclusive; bar service available Tickets: Limited tickets available (cost TBC) Security: Local security firm will be engaged for this event Guest Speakers & Entertainment: TBC First Aid: Senior First Aid Certificate holders will be present

Mirima Dancers

Jamie Elliot collecting award for

Waylon Manson – Winner 2011 (Jnr)

Outstanding Individual Achievement

Pam Barrett – Winner 2011

Non-Aboriginal Person of the Year

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2013 - AWARD CATEGORIES

YOUNG ACHIEVERS – the key to our future 1. Junior Outstanding Individual Achievement 2. Junior Person of the Year

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS – the people who build communities 3. Open Outstanding Individual Academic Achievement 4. Open Outstanding Individual Sporting Achievement

COMMUNITY – nurturing our future 5. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Arts & Culture 6. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Family/Community Life 7. Outstanding Organisation/Program Contributing to Community Life

EMPLOYMENT, TRAINING & BUSINESS – a working future 8. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Aboriginal Education 9. Outstanding Contribution to Aboriginal Employment & Training 10. Employee of the Year 11. Business of the Year

POSITIVE ROLE MODELS - leading the way 12. Non-Indigenous Person of the Year 13. Person of the Year 14. Elder (60+) of the Year

AWARD DESCRIPTIONS 1. Junior Outstanding Individual Achievement This award recognises commitment and individual achievement, including but not limited to any of the

following areas of endeavour - academic excellence, sporting achievement, musical talent or

outstanding ability in any field of the creative arts. This award is open to nominees up to 17 years of

age.

2. Junior Person of the Year This award recognises an individual who has demonstrated leadership and is a positive role model to

others. This person is active within the community on all levels – family, community service and

development, heritage and culture, and personal goal achievement. Engagement with the wider

community has been achieved through leadership in committees, peer assistance, sporting activities,

volunteer work, professional and personal development. This award is open to nominees up to

17 years of age.

3. Open Outstanding Individual Academic Achievement This award recognises achievement and commitment within the education system by individuals with

career aspirations who have applied themselves to their studies to achieve personal goals. The

award is open to students studying at TAFE, University and other forms of post-secondary education,

as well as individuals who have completed their apprenticeship or traineeship within the 2012

calendar year. This award is open to nominees aged 18 years and over.

4. Open Outstanding Individual Sporting Achievement This award recognises a commitment to and achievements in sporting activities (individual/

team/national/state levels). To be eligible for this category, the East Kimberley must be the

sportsperson’s principle place of residence. This award is open to nominees aged 18 years and over.

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5. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Arts & Culture This award recognises an individual person’s commitment to and achievement in any aspect of the

arts, such as design, writing, painting, song, dance, music/band, theatre or storytelling. This award is

open to nominees aged 18 years and over.

6. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Family/Community Life This award recognises an individual care-giver or a volunteer whose positive efforts have benefited

extended family and/or other individuals or organisations in the community. It acknowledges

individuals who consistently put the well-being of others before themselves and provide support and

encouragement to promote positive family/community life. This award is open to nominees aged

18 years and over.

7. Outstanding Organisation/Program Contributing to Community Life This award recognises a specific organisation, program or project that demonstrates leadership and

promotes collaboration on a community level. The focus of the award is on achieving genuine

outcomes that will strengthen community life and support a stronger future for Aboriginal people in the

East Kimberley.

8. Outstanding Individual Contribution to Aboriginal Education Students, teachers, education support professionals or individuals are encouraged to nominate an

outstanding person who has made a significant contribution to the education of Aboriginal young

people in the East Kimberley. The winner may be a teacher, an Aboriginal Education Officer (AIEO),

a mentor, or a person in any other education focussed role whose enthusiasm and commitment has

had a positive impact on improving educational opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal students.

9. Outstanding Contribution to Aboriginal Employment & Training This award recognises the important role of service organisations that work together to deliver

innovative and effective skills development and/or employment support for Aboriginal employees and

their employers. This award is focused on organisations bringing new ideas, improved opportunities

and real results for Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley.

10. Employee of the Year Employers are encouraged to nominate an outstanding employee or colleague who has made a

significant contribution to their business success. The winner will be an employee or colleague who

has excelled in all areas, who is dynamic, customer focused, enthusiastic and committed.

11. Business of the Year This award recognises emerging Aboriginal businesses or Corporations that have demonstrated good

management and strategies to provide better outcomes and collaborative projects for Aboriginal

people.

12. Non-Aboriginal Person of the Year Contributing to Indigenous Affairs This award recognises an individual who has made a significant contribution to Aboriginal affairs by

supporting equality and assisting to improve the quality of life for Aboriginal people in the East

Kimberley.

13. Person of the Year This award recognises an individual with strong leadership ability who is an inspirational role model to

others. This person improves the quality of life and opportunities for Aboriginal people in the region,

enriches cultural diversity, reunites family and community, and goes above and beyond to support

and engage across all levels of the community – family, community service and development,

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Marlz Catering (Marlene Carlton) Winner - 2011

Business of the Year

heritage and culture, and personal goal achievement. This award is open to nominees aged 18 years

and over.

14. Elder (60+) of the Year This award recognises an Elder, either male or female, who is inspirational to others as a ‘life-time’

role model. This person is a leader and active member of the community across many levels - family,

community service and development, heritage and culture, and personal goal achievement.

TROPHIES & CERTIFICATES

Trophies in the form of hand-

painted plates will be formally

presented to all the winners on

the night of the event.

Certificates of recognition will

be presented to nominees and

selected members of the

community. This may be done

at the time of notifying

nominees, or nominees in

attendance may collect their

certificate on the night.

Please note that individual

certificates will not be included

in the formal presentations at

the awards ceremony.

Norma Willaway – Winner 2011

Outstanding Individual Contribution

to Aboriginal Education

Kinway Relationship Counselling &

Education Services – Winner 2011

Outstanding Organisation/Program

Contributing to Community Life

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SPONSORSHIP CONFIRMATION

Company name: ____________________________________

Contact person / position: ____________________________________

____________________________________

Company postal address: ____________________________________

____________________________________

Phone number: ____________________________________

Email address: ____________________________________

I, ___________________________ (name) confirm that we are pleased to sponsor the

East Kimberley Aboriginal Achievement Awards for 2013 as indicated below:

Please tick level of sponsorship:

LEVEL 1 GOLD Sponsorship ($10,000) □

LEVEL 2 SILVER Sponsorship ($5,000) □

LEVEL 3 BRONZE Sponsorship ($2,000) □

Variations in sponsorship level entitlements are detailed in the 2013 Awards Sponsorship document

provided. Please note that we will require your organisational logo (in .jpeg form) and company

profile information for marketing and promotional purposes.

Authorised Signature: Date:

Please fax this completed form to 08 9168 3885 or email as per contact details below.

Kris Currow | EKAAA Project Manager | M 0403 846 543 | E kris@currowconsulting.com.au

Thank you for your generous sponsorship of this event.