The SIMNA Awards are an opportunity to shine a light on the remarkable work being done across Australia to evidence social change.

The Emerging Practice Award is designed for organisations or initiatives that are early in their impact measurement journey. It recognises progress rather than perfection, encouraging participation from smaller or newer organisations and initiatives and supporting overall sector uplift by celebrating those demonstrating strong foundations, rapid improvement, and a clear commitment to building future capability.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A clear, early-stage impact measurement plan or framework
• Evidence of rapid improvement in practices
• A commitment to capability building within the team or organisation
• Practical use of data to inform decisions
• A realistic scope aligned with current organisational capacity
• Application of the Principles of Social Value
• Plans in place for transparent reporting, including actively sharing limitations and learnings.

Organisations can apply more than once, however each project or initiative may only be considered for one award, so please read the category descriptions carefully, and only apply in the one that is most appropriate.

• Email: laura@simna.com.au