The Reconciliation Prize is open to any individual or collaboration that has advanced the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a significant way through the practice of architecture. The winner is not required to be an architect or a member of the institute, however, the project, collaboration and/or individual contribution being acknowledged must be based in or relate to the practice of architecture in NSW, or the individual or collaboration must be based in NSW.

Key dates

Submissions for 2024 Reconciliation Prize are now open.

Winners will be announced at the Prizes and Honours Awards on Friday, 22 November 2024.

Submission requirements

Entrants are required to lodge in their application the following:

• A written statement (max. 1000 words) describing:
  1. What the entry project/initiative is
  2. How the entry demonstrates innovation and/or excellence in the field to which it relates (architecture, research, policy, methodology, or practice)
  3. How the entry meets each applicable evaluation criteria
• Three to five high resolution images including copyright permission for use in Institute produced and/or Institute-related digital and print publications
• Endorsement of the entry by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community representative, either via written statement and/or offer for verbal reference

Should further clarification of the entry be required, the jury may choose to interview shortlisted candidates.

Contact

For more information regarding this prize, please email peter.fry@architecture.com.au