ASPIRE AWARDS 2026

Business Events Perth has been recognising Western Australia’s brightest minds for more than two decades through the Aspire Awards program. Now in its 27th year in 2026, the program supports outstanding professionals, researchers and academics to attend leading international conferences aligned to their field. Through travel grants of up to AUD $6,000, recipients are supported with economy class flights, accommodation for the duration of the conference, and conference registration fees, enabling them to showcase their expertise on a global stage, build international networks, and advance opportunities for innovation, research and trade.

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WHO CAN APPLY?

To be eligible, applicants must meet the affiliation criteria of their respective award category, be based in Western Australia, and must not have received an Aspire Award in the past seven years.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Successful applicants are engaged ambassadors for the State, demonstrate excellence in their field internationally, and are actively involved in professional and industry networks. They are engaged with professional organisations and international conferences with potential for Western Australia.

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ASPIRE AWARDS 2026 CATEGORIES

Discover the 2026 Aspire Award categories and start your application today.