Our sponsorships
The Australian Government, through the Department of Social Services, sponsors a small number of national awards, events and activities across Australia. The aim of our sponsorships is to:
- raise awareness of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) across Australia, and
- promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability among mainstream audiences.
We do not currently provide funding or sponsorship opportunities for local IDPwD events.
If you manage a national award, event or activity, please visit the Department of Social Services sponsorship page for information about how to submit a sponsorship proposal.
Our sponsorships in 2024 are listed below.
ABC Storyteller Scholarship and Content Commissioning Fund
IDPwD is partnering with the ABC to showcase the creative work of emerging content makers with disability. The partnership includes professional employment opportunities for people with disability as well as stories by, and about, people with disability across ABC websites, radio, social media, TV, and iView. To find out more, visit the ABC website.
Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Sport Performance Awards
The AIS Sport Performance Awards recognises the country’s leading athletes, teams and coaches. IDPwD is sponsoring the 2024 Male and Female Para-Athlete of the Year awards to recognise the contributions and achievements of Australian para-athletes in sport and beyond. To find out more, visit the AIS website.
AUSactive National Awards Program
The AUSactive National Awards Program recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievement of the Australian exercise and active health sector. IDPwD is the 2024 Inclusivity and Diversity Partner, to recognise businesses and individuals who strive to foster inclusive and diverse communities within the preventative health and exercise industry. To find out more, visit the AUSactive website.
Focus on Ability Short Film Festival
The Focus on Ability Short Film Festival encourages filmmakers to showcase the abilities of people with disability through the powerful medium of film. Free public screenings are held across Australia and internationally. To find out more, visit the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival website.