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CONGRATULATIONS FINALISTS
Portrait collage of the AKO Awards 2026 judges
2026 Judges

Our judging panel had an incredibly difficult task this year. Finalists were reviewed by a distinguished group of celebrity judges, authors, presenters, ambassadors and supporters of Anna Kennedy Online — each bringing professional insight, lived understanding and a genuine passion for championing the autism community.

  1. Outstanding Education Award

    • Belinda Marriott
    • Karima Sirhan
    • Danny Yates

  2. Sibling of the Year Award

    • Kayson Tricker
    • Amy Mitchell
    • Charlie Byford

  3. Creative Arts & Media Award

    • Kim McDermottroe
    • Charlotte Faulconbridge
    • Colin Sugden

  4. The Lifetime Award

    • Jenny Robinson
    • Hilary Armour
    • Jonathan Andrews

  5. Young Person of the Year Award

    • James Tortice
    • Evan Barnwell
    • Joseph Adams

  6. Outstanding Community Award

    • Ty - The Beach Guy
    • Marcus Jake
    • Brogan West

  7. People’s Autism Hero Award

    • Aimee Bradbury
    • Leah Beech
    • Dominic McDowall

  8. Parent/Carer of the Year Award

    • Mark Thompson
    • Christine Robinson
    • Javanna Jack-Blake

  9. Personal Achievement Award

    • George Doxsey
    • Jack Roberts
    • Liza Raby

  10. Leading Business Award

    • David J Huxtable
    • Rachel Morgan-Trimmer
    • Craig Henderson

  11. Human Animal Bond Award

    • Olivia Slatter & Maisie
    • Anais Meaker & Misha
    • Harry John Wall & Chase

  12. Special Recognition Award & AKO Charity Supporter of the Year Award

    This award will be announced on the evening.

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