Victorian Pride Awards Finalists

11th Victorian Pride Awards finalists

Congratulations to all finalists for the 11th Victorian Pride Awards!

We received an outstanding number of nominations this year, showcasing the incredible work being done throughout Victoria’s LGBTQIA+ communities. Our judges faced the challenging task of selecting finalists from so many deserving candidates – a testament to the incredible work happening throughout our communities.

The winners will be announced at our gala celebration at Melbourne Town Hall on Saturday 24 May 2025. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating these remarkable community champions.

Tickets are now available – get yours today!

Ally of the Year

Katherine Cooney JP
Marg Hayes
Reuben Whyte

Excellence in Small Business

Ananda Training and Consultancy
Jessicare
Just Gold
Rainbow Support Services
Trans space

Improving Health and Wellbeing

Donna Lyon Left Write Hook
Eric ChowMonash University
RMIT University
The Zone
Trans Space

Outstanding Advocacy

Minus18 Foundation
Switchboard Victoria
Thorne Harbour Health: Refuge to Recovery

Outstanding Contribution to Media

Chloe Sargeant
Dean Arcuri
Medibank
Mitch Nivalis
Roger Ungers

Outstanding Contribution to Sport

Freddie LencludEmerald City Kickball
Gippsland Ranges Roller Derby
Kade MatthewsProud 2 Play
Melbourne Chargers Rugby Union Football Team
Melbourne Wranglers Wrestling Club

Outstanding Contribution to the Arts

Anna Whitelaw
Bendigo Queer Film Festival
Miranda HillHomophonic!
Nicholas Verso
Queer-ways

Person of the Year

Anastasia Le
Belinda Brain
Budi Sudarto
delsi Moleta
Renee Thompson

Preventing Social Isolation

Family Access Network Inc
Goulburn Valley Pride Inc
QHub
Transgender Victoria
Unicorns

Volunteer of the Year

Mohamed Alabri
Paul Byrne-Moroney
Wolfie Sun

Workplace Inclusion

Drummond Street Services
Pride in Diversity VIC Team
Your Community Health