National Indigenous Fashion Awards 2024
The National Indigenous Fashion Awards provides a vibrant and exciting platform to celebrate the innovation, diversity and ethical practices of Australia’s First Nations peoples in fashion and textiles, whilst contributing to the capacity building of the sector.
Presented by the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) Foundation’s Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP), the NIFA recognises and showcases excellence across seven award categories, providing a unique opportunity for the Australian and international fashion community to connect to the world’s oldest living cultures.
The NIFA 2024 ceremony took place Wednesday, 7 August 2024, under the stars on Larrakia Country at the Deckchair Cinema in Darwin. The night was hosted by Megan Waters, wearing beautiful Miimi & Jiinda.
Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP) are proud to announce the seven recipients of this year's prestigious National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA).
Business Achievement Award: Denni Francisco, Ngali
Textile Design Award: Jay Jurrupula Rostron, Babbarra Women's Centre
Cecilia Cubillo Young Achiever Award: Kahlia Rogers
Wearable Art Award: Lillardia Briggs-Houston
Traditional Adornment Award: Philomena Yeatman, Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct
Fashion Designer Award: Simone Arnol
Community Collaboration Award: Melissa Greenwood, Miimi & Jiinda x Gilat Shani, Unreal Fur
Congratulations to each of the award winners and to each of the outstanding nominees!