Young Australians from multicultural backgrounds are being given an opportunity to have their achievements recognised nationally, with nominations for the 2026 Multicultural Youth Awards closing on August 31.

The awards celebrate young people making a positive contribution across a wide range of areas, including community service, leadership, education, sport, the arts, vocational training and entrepreneurship.

This year’s awards feature 13 categories, recognising everything from academic achievement and volunteering to young leadership and business innovation.

The winners will be recognised at a ceremony at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 4, bringing together young achievers and communities from across Australia.

The initiative highlights the growing role of multicultural young people in shaping Australia’s social, cultural and economic future. It also provides a platform for recognising individuals whose work is creating meaningful change within their communities.

Community members are being encouraged to nominate young people who have demonstrated leadership, resilience, creativity or a strong commitment to helping others.

With nominations closing soon, organisers are calling on communities to ensure deserving young Australians do not go unrecognised.