Overview
The Chris Davis AM Fellowship is to be awarded to an individual that is leading a project, initiative or research activity that will contribute to sustainable water management in Australia. AWA is very keen to support individuals that embody what Chris Davis AM valued and championed in making an impact. The AWA wants to create leaders through the Fellowship.
The Fellowship criteria for eligibility will be based on the values of Chris Davis AM and his ability to share knowledge and leave a legacy of success. The individual will be an aspiring leader who is passionate, professional, visionary, and leading a project, initiative or activity that has the potential to transform sustainable water management in Australia.
The recipients will be awarded in conjunction with National Water Week.
Eligibility
- Must be a current and financial AWA Member
- Open to an individual or an individual leading a team project.
- The nominee’s project must be addressing a key issue in sustainable water management in Australia.
- The nominee must have a letter of support from their employer.
Conditions of Entry
Judging Criteria
Important Dates
Nominations for 2025 have closed.
Past Winners
2025
Lesliey Golds
Lesliey Golds has been named the recipient of the 2025 Chris Davis AM Fellowship for her leadership in blending Traditional Knowledge and circular economy principles through the Gunimaa and Gali Circular Tool to advance sustainable, culturally grounded water management.
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2024
Dr Jessica BohorquezThe 2024 Chris Davis AM Fellowship was awarded to Dr. Jessica Bohorquez, a Young Water Professional dedicated to enhancing water literacy across Australia. She is using her podcast, Our Water Connection, to simplify complex water issues and raise awareness of the vital role water plays in everyday life.
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2023
Catherine VeroCatherine Vero was awarded the 2023 Chris Davis AM Fellowship for her proposed research on improving water quality in remote First Nations communities. Living in Alice Springs, she has long advocated for better water safety and security in these communities, where water quality issues are often severe.