The Luminas is a new national honours program launched by Diversity Arts Australia and Media Diversity Australia to celebrate culturally diverse and First Nations leaders shaping Australia’s media, arts, and cultural sectors.
With its inaugural ceremony set for April 2026 at the Sydney Opera House, The Luminas will recognise trailblazers across three categories:
- Storyteller Honour – recognising powerful and authentic storytelling.
- Leadership Honour – celebrating visionaries driving change and representation.
- Hall of Fame Honour – acknowledging lifetime achievement and enduring impact.
Each category will honour leaders from both creative industries and media, reflecting the breadth of Australia’s diverse talent.
“Representation matters. Recognition matters. The Luminas is about celebrating the extraordinary contributions of culturally diverse creatives whose stories, leadership and legacies have shaped our national culture,” said Lena Nahlous, CEO and Executive Producer of Diversity Arts Australia.
“It is now more important than ever to recognise the power of stories that reflect who we really are, a nation rich with cultural diversity. The Luminas celebrate our storytellers and, in doing so, encourage us all to be heard,” said Paula Kruger, CEO of Media Diversity Australia.
Nominations closed in late 2025. Stay tuned for announcements in 2026!
The Luminas marks the beginning of a new tradition of recognition, visibility and cultural pride.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organisations wishing to support this vital initiative.
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This event is presented with seed funding from the Office for the Arts and hosted at the iconic Sydney Opera House. This event is sponsored by Office for the Arts, Hachette Australia, SBS and NITV. Diversity Arts Australia also receives organisational support from Creative Australia and Create NSW.