There are many people throughout the world who work hard to make an impactful difference. These individuals should be rewarded for their efforts, and a sidney prize is one way of doing this. These awards serve to honor their contributions while simultaneously inspiring others to work toward the same cause. There are many types of sidney prizes, and each comes with its own set of requirements for eligibility.
For example, the Neilma Sydney Short Story Prize is a competition that is run by Overland magazine and the Malcolm Robertson Foundation. This contest seeks stories with a strong travel theme, and the winner receives $5,000 cash and sees their work published in both print and online. Runners-up receive $750 each. To enter, writers must subscribe to Overland for a year at the discounted rate and then submit their work.
Another sidney prize is the Hillman Prize, which was established to honor journalists who use their skills to report on social injustices. This award is given to journalists who show discernment in finding a significant news story, resourcefulness and courage in their reporting, and skill in relating the story to the public. Past winners have included Rose Arce and Ta-Nehisi Coates, among others.
The Sidney Edelstein Prize for Studies in the History of Dyeing and Coloration is a yearly literary prize awarded by the Society for the History of Technology (SHOT). It is named after the late Dr. Sidney Edelstein, a dyestuffs expert and founder of a successful dye manufacturing company. The prize is worth $3500 and a plaque.
In the field of science, the NSW Premier’s Science and Engineering Prizes are an important measure of excellence and a way to honour outstanding research across a range of disciplines. This year, three researchers from the University of Sydney were recognised for their impactful work on a local and global stage in the areas of health and sciences.
For the arts, the Sir Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards were established to commemorate Dartmouth College professor Sir Sidney Myer, who was known for his ability to motivate students toward realizing their dreams. These awards are intended to encourage students to work toward the creative industries that they most desire to be a part of. The award includes both individual and group scholarships, as well as performance opportunities at various venues throughout Australia.
Other sidney prizes include the prestigious NSW Premier’s Medical Research Council Prize, which is given to researchers who have made an outstanding contribution to the fields of medicine and health, as well as the Sir Edmund Barton Art Fund, which is given to students for academic merit in the arts. In addition, the MAK Halliday Postgraduate Research Prize is awarded in memory of linguistics department founding professor MAK Halliday to a postgraduate student who has presented at an academic conference or published an outstanding paper on a linguistics topic. The prize carries a cash component of $10,000. The award is administered by the University of Sydney.