On the occasion of
The Art of Living Australia presents
Everyday Heroes
Awards
Honouring Australians Who Make a Difference
A Legacy of Service
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar · One World, One Family
For 45 years, The Art of Living has carried a simple, profound mission across the world — to bring peace, purpose and possibility to every human being.
Today, our movement spans 182 countries, powered by more than one million volunteers whose work touches every one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The Everyday Heroes Awards honour Australians — across every State, every faith, and every walk of life — whose quiet courage and tireless service make our nation, and our world, more humane.
A Global Reach
People Touched
The Art of Living's reach extends to one eighth of the world's population — a movement of compassion crossing every border.
45 Years of Impact
Discover the Story of Service
Explore four and a half decades of humanitarian work, peace-building and global transformation led by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
Download Impact Report (PDF)Award Categories
Twelve categories, each a doorway through which extraordinary Australians have walked.
Five Cities · One Heart
The Events
Two-hour gala events held simultaneously across five Australian cities.
Countdown to 14 November 2026
Sydney
14 November 2026
Two-hour gala event
Melbourne
15 November 2026
Two-hour gala event
Perth
14 November 2026
Two-hour gala event
Brisbane
15 November 2026
Two-hour gala event
Adelaide
14 November 2026
Two-hour gala event
Honouree Eligibility
- Nominee must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Nominee must be 18 years of age or older at the time of nomination.
- Service or contribution must have a demonstrable, sustained impact.
- Nominations may be made by any individual, organisation or community.
- Self-nominations are welcome.
- Nominees should embody the spirit of selfless service.
In the spirit of stillness · service begins within
The Nomination Journey
Nomination
Submit a nomination through our online form.
Review
Nominations are nationally and internationally reviewed prior to award confirmation.
Shortlist
Finalists are shortlisted across all twelve categories.
Selection
An esteemed panel selects each year's Everyday Heroes.
In the Spirit of Service
Every Nomination Matters
Each nomination carries forward the vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar — a world where service, compassion and human dignity are celebrated as the highest forms of leadership.
Nominate
Tell us the story of someone whose service has made a difference.
Nominations are nationally and internationally reviewed prior to award confirmation.