Commissioner's Rising Voice Award

Commissioner for Children and Young People's Rising Voice Award 2026

Nominations are now open. Nominate here.

Established in 2010 and part of the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia's Youth Awards program, this award was previously known as the Commissioner for Children and Young People Participate Award. From 2026, it has been renamed the Commissioner for Children and Young People Rising Voice Award to better reflect its focus on young people who elevate the voices of their peers.

The award is open to young people aged 10–17 who show outstanding dedication to making a positive change in their community and demonstrate peer leadership through their chosen pursuit – be it in their school and education, through sports, student council, community involvement, their work, extracurricular activities or any other relevant pursuits.

Criteria

The nominee has:

• Demonstrated peer leadership through education and/or extracurricular activities
• Demonstrated community impact
• Demonstrated ability to elevate the voice of young people

Proudly supported by the Commissioner for Children and Young People.