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Tasmanian LiFE Awards 2026

Living is for Everyone

The Tasmanian LiFE Awards Marks 21 Years of acknowledging those making a difference in Suicide Prevention across the state.

In March 2026, the Tasmanian Suicide Prevention Community Network (TSPCN) will mark the 21st anniversary of the Tasmanian LiFE (Living is For Everyone) Awards.

The LiFE Awards recognise individuals, groups, organisations, and workplaces who are making a difference in preventing suicide across Tasmania. They highlight the care, leadership, dedication and new ideas that save lives and support people affected by suicide. While suicide remains a concern in our community, the efforts of many continue to spread hope and make it easier for people to reach out for help.

Each year, nominations come from every corner of the state. The stories we hear showcase the compassion, innovation, and resilience of Tasmanians making a real difference — from grassroots community projects to large programs, from artists sharing messages of hope to frontline workers providing critical support.

Do you know someone making a difference? We encourage you to submit a nomination. While much has been achieved, there is still important work ahead. Your nomination helps shine a light on those leading this important work and inspires others to continue.

For more information or help with your nomination, please contact us at TSPCN@reltas.com.au

Nomination Categories

There are five award categories which you can explore below.

Do you know someone who makes a difference to the lives of people and communities impacted by suicide?

The Outstanding Contribution LiFE Award recognises individuals in Tasmania who actively work to reduce the rate and impact of suicide. Whether volunteers or employed in paid roles, their dedication, insight, and initiative help make our communities stronger and more resilient. They provide vital support and tools to those struggling with thoughts that life is not worth living, and they advocate for improved services in suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.

Do you know a community that is working to prevent and/or reduce the impact of suicide? A ‘community’ can include a sports club, hobby group, local neighborhood, or any group that comes togther to prevent suicide in the community.

The Communities in Action for Suicide Prevention LiFE Award acknowledges the crucial role that communities play in identifying and taking action to prevent suicide.  This award recognises any group or community that works together to prevent suicide. Initiatives may include developing a local plan for mental wellbeing and suicide prevention or organising activities that bring the community together to facilitate social connection and provide opportunities to discuss mental health and suicide prevention.

Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond to support and empower Tasmanians most at risk of suicide? Perhaps they’ve identified gaps in mental health services, developed solutions, or made a significant positive contribution for priority populations. This could be an individual in a paid role, a volunteer, an organisation, or a community group making a real difference.

The Priority Populations Life Award recognises the positive impact by individuals, organisations or community groups that are addressing, preventing or responding to suicidal behaviours in populations and groups disproportionately affected by suicide in Tasmania. They may also be highlighting the gaps and identifying strategies and embedding solutions specifically for people in need. This award highlights those who are culturally sensitive, overcome barriers, promote inclusion and deliver improved outcomes for priority populations.

Do you know someone who has taken innovative action to address, prevent, or respond to suicide and the impact on the local community? Or has contributed to greater knowledge, insights or innovations in suicide prevention in the field of research? This category works to recognise those emerging in the suicide prevention space and/or contributing to the future of effective suicide prevention strategies.

The Innovative Practice and Research LiFE Award recognises outstanding contributions in the field of suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention through innovation and research. It acknowledges research that enhances our understanding of effective strategies, including responses to recent events affecting mental health, as well as individuals or groups who have developed novel and unique approaches to suicide prevention.

Do you know, or have you experienced, a workplace that truly makes a difference in preventing and responding to suicide? Nominations are welcome from peers, community members, and workplaces themselves.

The Best Practice Workplace Suicide Prevention LiFE Award recognises workplaces that demonstrate commitment and action in promoting positive mental wellbeing and preventing suicide among their employees. This award celebrates workplaces that support mentally safe environments, build capacity to recognise and respond when colleagues need support, and cultivate a progressive, positive culture around mental health.

Nomination Tips

  • Try to be concise and capture the key activities, values, and commitments the nominee has displayed.
  • In your written nomination, it is okay to use dot points where relevant.
  • Stick to activities that have already been completed or commenced as opposed to future initiatives or plans.
  • If nominee is in a paid position, try to highlight how they work beyond the expectations of the role.

Eligibility

  • Previous LiFE Award recipients can reapply after one year has passed. For example, if someone won in 2025, they could reapply in 2027.
  • You may nominate a different campaign, event, or initiative, as long as it is substantially different from the project submitted in the previous year.

  • Anyone who was nominated but did not win in the previous year can be nominated again the following year.

  • You can only be nominated in one category per year.

Nomination Support & Process

  • The 2026 nominations will open soon.
  • For further information, clarification or assistance with writing the nomination please contact a Suicide Prevention Project Officer at Relationships Australia Tasmania by calling 1300 364 277 or emailing tspcn@reltas.com.au.
  • Once you have submitted your nomination, the Relationships Australia Suicide Prevention Team will contact the Nominee to check they are happy to be included.

Award Ceremony

The Tasmanian LiFE Awards 2026 will be presented at an evening event in Hobart on Wednesday 18 March. Invitations will be sent to nominees. If the nominee is unable to attend, they may choose to arrange for a guest to attend on their behalf.

Award Recipients

With thanks to our award sponsors, each category winner will receive a cash prize of $1,000 to be used for education, research, activity, or resources related to suicide prevention, intervention or postvention.

Tasmanian LiFE Award recipients will be automatically nominated for a National LiFE Award. Finalists will be recognised at the annual National Suicide Prevention Conference.

Previous award winners have chosen to use the funds to best meet the needs of their community, for example:

  • To deliver mental health or suicide prevention training to employees or the community.
  • To engage a speaker to address their community and further increase awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.
  • To organise a community event recognising World Suicide Prevention Day.
  • To attend the National Suicide Prevention Australia Conference.

Judging

The judging panel will be comprised of three independent judges.

The judging panel will assess entries against the following criteria:

  • What the nominee does in their role/s. What personal values and skills they bring to suicide prevention.
  • What he benefits and impact of the nominee’s contribution to suicide prevention in the Tasmanian

    community.

Previous Winners

The Tasmanian LiFE Awards has a long and inspiring history, you can read about the exceptional work previous winners have done in their communities to prevent suicide.

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