Best Community Engagement Program

Recognises a training program that has effectively engaged and served a defined community, delivering measurable social, educational, or employment outcomes.

Who can be nominated: RTOs, TAFEs, community colleges, and not-for-profit training providers delivering community-focused programs within Australia.

Judging criteria:
• Community need addressed (25%): clarity of the social or skills gap being met
• Participation and completion outcomes (30%): enrolment, retention, and completion data
• Social and employment impact (30%): evidence of changed life or work outcomes
• Sustainability and ongoing engagement (15%): capacity to continue beyond initial funding