SESCA recognises and celebrates the outstanding dedication of paid and volunteer emergency services personnel who serve the Shoalhaven community. We honour those who live the Rotary motto of Service Above Self through courage, compassion and quiet, everyday acts of service.
Nominate a member of our Emergency Services today and help shine a light on the people who keep our region safe.
Nominate a member of our Emergency Services today and help shine a light on the people who keep our region safe.
The Rotary Clubs of Shoalhaven Emergency Services Community Awards (SESCA) bring together Rotary, local leaders and the wider community to recognise emergency services personnel and volunteers who go above and beyond in serving our region.
SESCA is proudly coordinated by Rotary clubs in the Shoalhaven. It connects with the Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards at state and national levels, shining a spotlight on local personnel while reinforcing Rotary’s commitment to Service Above Self.
SESCA is proudly coordinated by Rotary clubs in the Shoalhaven. It connects with the Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards at state and national levels, shining a spotlight on local personnel while reinforcing Rotary’s commitment to Service Above Self.
Nominating an emergency services member is simple:
Your nomination can help ensure their Service Above Self is recognised across the Shoalhaven.
- Check that your nominee meets the basic eligibility on the Categories & Eligibility page.
- Gather a few key details about your nominee and examples of their service.
- Visit the How to Nominate page to follow the step-by-step guide.
- Complete and submit the nomination online before the closing date.
Your nomination can help ensure their Service Above Self is recognised across the Shoalhaven.
Each year, SESCA honours remarkable individuals from across the Shoalhaven – from firefighters and marine rescue crews to SES volunteers, paramedics and more. Our Honour Roll shares stories of courage, leadership and quiet dedication that continue to inspire new nominations.
Browse recent recipients to see the breadth of service recognised and how our community says thank you.
Browse recent recipients to see the breadth of service recognised and how our community says thank you.
SESCA relies on the generosity of local businesses, organisations and community partners who share our commitment to recognising emergency services personnel and volunteers.
By partnering with SESCA, you help celebrate Service Above Self, support a high-profile community event and demonstrate your organisation’s values to staff, customers and the wider Shoalhaven community.
By partnering with SESCA, you help celebrate Service Above Self, support a high-profile community event and demonstrate your organisation’s values to staff, customers and the wider Shoalhaven community.
Join nominees, families, colleagues, sponsors and community leaders as we celebrate our emergency services personnel.
Full event details, including confirmed date, venue, program and accessibility information, are kept up to date on the Event Details page.
Full event details, including confirmed date, venue, program and accessibility information, are kept up to date on the Event Details page.
| Key detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | To be confirmed – see Event Details page for the latest information. |
| Time | Evening ceremony, with formal presentations and light refreshments. |
| Venue | A Shoalhaven venue accessible to emergency services personnel, families and community members. |
Have a question about SESCA, nominations, sponsorship or the ceremony?
Email: admin@shoalhaven.rescawards.org.au
Phone: 0407 625 855
For more ways to get in touch, including an enquiry form, visit our Contact page. We aim to respond as promptly as possible and will do our best to accommodate any accessibility needs you may have so that everyone can take part in SESCA.
Email: admin@shoalhaven.rescawards.org.au
Phone: 0407 625 855
For more ways to get in touch, including an enquiry form, visit our Contact page. We aim to respond as promptly as possible and will do our best to accommodate any accessibility needs you may have so that everyone can take part in SESCA.