Celebrating the innovation of Australia’s First Nations Peoples in fashion and textiles.
Launched in 2020, the National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA), provide a vibrant and exciting platform to celebrate the innovation, diversity and ethical practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and fashion designers, whilst contributing to the capacity building of the sector.
The NIFA are proudly brought to you by Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation’s Indigenous Fashion Projects, and supported by the Northern Territory Government through Northern Territory Major Events Company.
Recognising and showcasing excellence across six categories, the award ceremony is a unique opportunity for the Australian and international fashion community to connect to the world’s oldest living cultures.
The prestigious awards include the:
- Traditional Adornment Award, supported by Helen Kaminski
- Community Collaboration Award, supported by Canberra Centre
- Business Achievement Award, supported by QIC
- Textile Design Award, supported by RMIT
- Wearable Art Award, supported by Eastland
- Fashion Designer Award, supported by Country Road
- NEW in 2024: Cecilia Cubillo Young Achiever Award, supported by Franchesca Cubillo