Madge Sceriha Social Work Prize

History of the prize

Scattering the Seeds of Change. The Madge Sceriha Award was established in 2017 to recognise the contributions made to the Townsville community by Madge Sceriha. Madge Sceriha was a well-respected member of the Townsville community; she was an advocate for social change, with special interest in issues relating to women, families, domestic violence, the environment, the arts, seniors and people with a disability. Madge Sceriha was a contributor to the development of Townsville's social and community sector for over 50 years.

Donor

Townsville City Council