INFORMATION OVERVIEW

THE UMTHELELA EPWORTHIAN AWARD

The Umthelela Epworthian Award celebrates the extraordinary impact (umthelela) that Epworthians have made in South Africa and the world beyond. This annual award seeks to recognise and celebrate the valued contributions of Epworth High School alumni in making a significant difference in a community, industry, arena, or field of study.

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MEET THE NOMINEES

janine-wood

Class of 1987

Janine Wood

Janine’s nomination comes in recognition of her role in the formation of the No Limits charity in Perth. Referred to as “the epitome of an angel on earth” by her nominator, Janine’s work has touched the lives of so many homeless Australians by finding them shelter, as well as furnishing hundreds of homes for people to live in.

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marlene-davison

Class of 1989

Marlene” Mags” Davison
(nee Davies)

Mags’s nomination comes in recognition of her work as the CEO of RE N-Gage. The hope, courage, and opportunities that the team provide young people to re-engage back into education and our society touches not only their lives, but all of those who they connect with. A relationship that continues beyond their time as current participants in the programme, reminding them that they are not alone on this journey.

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rayne-hampson

Class of 1993

Rayne Hampson
(nee Howells)

Rayne’s nomination comes in recognition of her significant impact in the fields of art and culture through paintings and ceramics, as well as in horticulture. Rayne’s vision, leadership and commitment are evident in the growth of Blackwoods Nursery. Despite these commitments, she finds ways to give back to the community through art outreach programmes as well as the gift of time and expertise to her alma mater, Epworth.

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nono-sekhoto

Class of 1999

Nono Sekhoto

Nono’s nomination comes in recognition of the significant impact she makes as a commercial farmer, entrepreneur, and award-winning youth-in-agriculture advocate. Her openness to new learning and fervour to share this learning with others is inspirational. 

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lesley-osler

Class of 1964

Lesley Osler
(nee Nel)

Lesley’s nomination is in recognition of her community initiative in the Northern Cape, leading to the formation of the HCET trust which has significantly touched the lives of so many. The creation of an environment of upliftment through education alongside community understanding and connection, resulting in new possibilities for children and the mentorship of enthusiastic and relevant teachers. 

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CRITERIA

  • The Umthelela Epworthian Award may only be awarded to an Epworthian once in their lifetime.
  • The candidate must be a living Epworthian, nominated by a fellow Epworthian for the award.
  • An Epworthian may be nominated more than once and in different years, provided they have not already been awarded The Umthelela Epworthian Award.
  • The candidate must have contributed extraordinarily to their community, industry, field of study or another arena.
  • Their contributions must be recognised and valued by peers and community leaders.
  • The achievement must be determined by their personal attributes, whether those be in leadership, through motivation or change agency, or through inspiration.
  • The achievements would be considered above and beyond the call of duty.

PROCESS

  • Nominations will be requested with selection of the recipient being made in November of that same year.
  • Nominees will be requested to furnish The Epworthian Office with additional information in support of their nomination.
  • Epworthians will be invited to vote for the nominees during the month of November.
  • The top two voted nominations will be submitted to an external panel of judges at the end of the voting period.
  • The judge’s decision will be final.
  • The external panel of judges will select the recipient of The Umthelela Epworthian Award based on the above criteria.
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