Being handed a trophy for outstanding achievement in business, social service, or the arts is undoubtedly special, but when the award comes from your own community in recognition of your contribution, that’s another level again.
The Honour Awards is one such accolade, recognising individuals in the NSW LGBTQ community who have distinguished themselves as leaders, providers, ambassadors, advocates, or inspirational heroes.
Organised by ACON, the Honour Awards have been held annually since 2007, with the exceptions of 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic.
Honour Awards 2019 winners. Photo: Ann-Marie Calilhanna“Not being able to celebrate the many outstanding achievements with LGBTQ communities for the past two years has been difficult and disappointing.