has become one of the most important events on the annual music industry calendar, recognising the vast contributions of women across the sector and shining a light on female First Nations and culturally diverse artists, artists with disability, technicians, and music practitioners.
In a conversation with NITV Radio, AWMA founding Executive Producer and Program Director Vicki Gordon revealed how the inaugural AWMA in 2018 was a watershed moment for the Australian Music Industry.
“In a long overdue and much needed expression of solidarity and leadership, AWMA set the foundation for change, igniting collaboration and support nationally for diverse female creatives, non-binary and LGBTQI+ artists, First Nations and Multicultural female artists, students, techs, female artists living in remote and regional areas, and music practitioners across all genres of music, “Vicki Gordon said.
Nominate yourself or your friends. We want you in!Vicki Gordon
In addition to the Awards Ceremony and Concert, the annual AWMA Conference features a First Nations Women's Music Showcase demonstrating positive role models while helping to break down cultural barriers and negative stereotypes,
Nominations for 19 award categories are now open, with a strict cut-off date of 28 May 2024.
"Nominate yourself or your friends. We want you in. The impact of AWMA is reflected in the 1,544 nominations, 190 finalists and 73 award recipients recognised since 2018 for their extraordinary contributions to the music industry."
AWMA welcomes nominations from non-binary, LGBTQI+ and anyone who identifies as a woman.
