1. Introduction

Purpose

The purpose of the Recognition & Appreciation Framework is to provide a clear and sound understanding of Surf Life Saving Australia’s (SLSA) Recognition & Appreciation processes. This framework will be used to:

• Increase the awareness of available recognition awards
• Outline the requirements and criteria of awards
• Clearly understand the application processes and due dates
• Provide concise award information and presentation details
• Direct members to nomination forms.
  

Award Summaries

The framework outlines each award and provides a detailed description of the award, the selection criteria, due dates, judging panel, presentation and nomination forms.

Nomination Forms

Nomination forms must contain the following to be considered:

• Typed and accurate information as requested
• Selection criteria addressed
• Nomination form has been verified for accuracy by club, branch (NSW and QLD only) and state/territory
• All supporting documents (Photo, Incident report, Surfguard print out etc.) are attached to the nomination form
• Nomination form has been submitted before the relevant due date.
  

Award Dates

Each award has a specific due date to align with internal events and comply with external schedules. Due dates have been selected to ensure nominations are submitted and progressed through SLS branch, state/territory centres and onto National before the cutoff date.

• SLS branch and SLS state/territory centres will determine their own due dates for their specific awards.
• Awards with ongoing due dates allow for nominations to be submitted any time throughout the year.
  

Submission

All nominations submitted to SLSA must be endorsed by club, SLS branch (NSW and QLD only) and state/territory centre. Personal details within the nomination form will be kept confidential. SLSA may use the information from the nomination to promote the award and recognise the winners utilising various media platforms.

Endorsement

The endorsement process for all nominations requires club, branch (NSW and QLD only) and SLS state/territory officials to verify the accuracy of the information provided in the application. This framework covers only those awards which are issued by SLSA. There are many other reward and recognition awards issued at a state/territory level, for further information contact your SLS state/territory centre.