2026 Equestrian Victoria Young Ambassador of the Year

2026 Nomination Form
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Young Ambassador Contact for Enquiries:
kathleenkindler@equestrianvictoria.com.au

Key Dates:

Nominations Open: January 2026

Nominations Close: March 1st, 2026 10:00pm

Top 10 Announced (per Discipline): Week of March 24, 2026

Top 10 Unmounted Leadership Day: May 30, 2026 (WPNEC)

Top 10 Training Weekend: July 11-12, 2026 (WPNEC)

Top 3 Announced Week beginning (Online): July 13, 2026

Top 3 Final Interviews (Online): Week of July 20, 2026

Winner Announced: EV Annual Awards Gala Evening (In Person) August 2026

*2026 Young Ambassador Role Period September 2026 - August 2027

Eligibility:
- Must be a current Equestrian Victoria member.
- Dressage, Jumping and Eventing: Nominee is aged between 16-21 years.
- Show Horse applicants may be aged from 14-21 years.
- Para Dressage nominees may be aged 16-25 years.
- Age is taken from the begining of the calendar year in which you turn 16, (14 for Show Horse) until the end of the calendar year in which you reach the age of 21 (25 for para dressage).
- Must not have won the award before in the category (discipline) they have nominated for.
- Must be able to attend both the Leadership Day and Training weekend if shortlisted.
- Riders must nominate via this form which is complete upon Equestrian Victoria recieving email vertification of a fully submitted form.
- Members under the age of 18 years must have parent or legal guardian consent to apply.
Riders may nominate for more than one category (discipline) to be selected as a Finalist but must fill out separate nomination form for each discipline to be accepted. If a rider is selected into more than one Top 10 shortlist they must indicate which category they would prefer to be shortlisted for.

All riders selected are required to attend the Young Ambassador Top 10 Finalist Weekend or request alternative options.
General Information

Please complete the application below.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Date of Birth *

DayMonthYear
Date
Equestrian Victoria Membership Number*
If selected as a Top 10 Finalist, it is a requirement to attend both the unmounted Young Ambassador Leadership Day (May 30) and Training Weekend (July 11-12), both to be held at WPNEC. Selecting yes confirms your commitment to attending.*

Yes
Please tick which discipline you are applying for*

DressagePara DressageJumpingEventingShow Horse
Merchandise*
Each Top 10 Finalist will be provided with a garment to signify their achievement. There will be no substitutions or size changes. It is highly advised that you choose your most accurate size, noting merchandise tends to be a smaller fit.
RIDER PROFILE
High Resolution 'Competition' Photo*

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Please upload at least 1 photo of an action shot of you and your horse in either PNG or JPEG. Please ensure that you have the full rights (eg: have purchased the images) for the photo to be used for commercial purposes prior to submitting. You do not have to be in competition attire in the photo. Cancelof
Please advise who EV will credit this image to.*
Eg: Oneeyedfrog, EE Media
Competition Performances*
Please list your top 3 performances/riding achievement in the last 12 months. Please note 'performance' means an individual round, test or show horse class, the exception being eventing and combined training where it is the overall result from all the phases.
Non-Competition Performances/Awards*
Please list your top 2 non-competitive performances, awards or achievements as they relate to the Young Ambassador Program.
NOMINATION QUESTIONS

Please answer the questions by completing this form in full or uploading the answers in a short video submission. Please note, by providing this information, you are agreeing that EV may use your submission in any future marketing or promotions. If electing to submit a video, please type 'refer to video submission' against each compulsory question to move through form.
**Optional** Upload a short video here answering the four questions below.

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What are your equestrian goals? *
Eg. Do you want to become an official, coach, or trainer in the future? Do you want to run an equestrian business or be a professional rider?
What is an important characteristic/trait you believe is important in a Young Ambassador? Please share a moment where you have demonstrated this. *

Please answer both questions. For the second question you can refer to a particular event or moment and provide an example.0/200
How do you currently contribute to your sport?*

Suggestion: Volunteering, involvement with a leadership role in equestrian programs, participatingin an active role a sport clubs etc0/200
If successful, what initiative would you like to implement during your time as a Young Ambassador? Explain how this will benefit your discipline. (eg. what changes would you like to lead/make for your sport?)*

0/200
Reference

Please provide a reference (non-relative or friend) who can answer some questions about the information you provided in your responses (eg. a previous volunteering coordinator or event organiser, coach etc).
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship to applicant*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
If selected for Top 10, please advise the name of the horse/s you would ride at the training weekend (as per their EA horse registration)*
What is the breed of your nominated horse? Eg: TB / OTT, Warmblood. *
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
By ticking yes, I acknowledge that I give Equestrian Victoria or a representative of Equestrian Victoria the right to take photographs, audio and video recordings of me in connection with Equestrian Victoria associated events and the Equestrian Victoria Young Ambassador of the Year Finalist Weekend. I also grant them permission to use my image or likeness in a photograph, video, or other electronic means, for commercial use at their discretion now and at a later date.*

YesNo
Please note: if you don't give consent, it is your responsibility to remove yourself from any photos when they are taken and to notify the photographer at the time.
I am a current financial member of Equestrian Victoria and will ensure my membership stays current throughout the selection process.*

Yes
I acknowledge that as a youth program, child safety standards apply to all Young Ambassador Program activities (online or offline) to protect members. This includes the implementation of legal child safety protocols and procedures in relation to online activity and any communication or engagement with those under 18.*

Yes
I agree to the terms and conditions set out in the Young Ambassador Selection Procedure (in the Information Document) and those on this form*

Yes
Parent/Guardian Consent - riders under the age of 18 must have the consent of their parent/guardian to apply.
Please note: by signing your name you are giving consent for your child to apply.
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2026 Nomination Form

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

General Information

RIDER PROFILE

NOMINATION QUESTIONS

Reference

TERMS AND CONDITIONS