NSW Women of the Year Awards 2024 recipients announced
Thursday, 7 March 2024
Five outstanding NSW women have been named the recipients of the NSW Women of the Year Awards 2024 at a ceremony held at the International Convention Centre in Sydney this morning.
Thirty-three women and girls have been recognised across six award categories, receiving the highest commendation for their contributions to community, industry and society in NSW.
Since 2012, the annual NSW Women of the Year Awards have played a key role in recognising the women and girls whose determination, bravery, skill and passion has inspired their communities and others to achieve great things.
The NSW Women of the Year Awards 2024 is a celebrated event at the heart of NSW Women’s Week, which runs from Monday 4 to Sunday 10 March and includes International Women’s Day on 8 March.
NSW Women of the Year Awards for 2024 held at the Sydney International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour. NSW Community Hero winner Monica Mudge with NSW Governor Margaret Beazley. Picture: Toby Zerna
The award recipients for each of the six categories are:
- Jessica Hill, Premier’s NSW Woman of Excellence
Jessica is a Walkley Award–winning journalist, advocate and public speaker who specialises in the subjects of coercive control and gendered violence.
NSW Women of the Year Awards for 2024 held at the Sydney International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour. NSW Community Hero winner Monica Mudge. Picture: Toby Zerna
- Monica Mudge, NSW Community Hero
Monica is the visionary behind Treading Lightly Inc, a not-for-profit organisation that stands at the forefront of environmental advocacy in the Yuin region of NSW.
- Theresa Mitchell, NSW Regional Woman of the Year
Theresa founded Agape Outreach Inc in 2009, a charity that focuses on assisting the homeless and those in need.
NSW Women of the Year Awards for 2024 held at the Sydney International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour. NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year winner Casey Sullivan with NSW Minister for Women Jodie Harrison. Picture: Toby Zerna
- Dr Casey Sullivan, NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year
Dr Sullivan, a proud Wiradjuri and Gamilaroi woman, is a General Practitioner (GP) who owns her own medical practice in Tamworth – the first Indigenous privately-owned and managed GP practice in NSW.
NSW Women of the Year Awards for 2024 held at the Sydney International Convention Centre in Darling Harbour. NSW Young Woman of the Year winner Noor Azizah. Picture: Toby Zerna
- Noor Azizah, NSW Young Woman of the Year
Noor, a Rohingya refugee, defied adversity to become a passionate advocate and educator. She is a co-founder and Director of the Rohingya Maìyafuìnor Collaborative Network, a Rohingya-led and refugee-led organisation.
The Ones To Watch
For information about the finalists, recipients and to watch the recorded livestream, visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/awards-and-events/nsw-women-of-year-awards.
Premier of NSW Chris Minns said:
“I want to extend my congratulations to all the remarkable recipients and finalists for the incredible impacts their work and contributions have had in various parts of our state.
“These women have gone above and beyond to achieve positive change within their fields and contribute to their communities. They are exceptional women from diverse backgrounds who are incredible role models for us all to look up to.”
Minister for Women Jodie Harrison said:
“Congratulations to all the finalists and recipients of the NSW Women of the Year Awards for being role models for the next generation of superstars.
“The record number of nominations this year is testament to the importance of these awards, but more importantly, a reflection of the broad impact women are having across our state.
“It is vital we recognise and support those who continue to challenge inequality, innovate and promote progress in their fields. I look forward to following their journeys as they continue to inspire others.”
