Winning a Young Tall Poppy Science award carries benefits in addition to the certificate/trophy and potential prize:

• Prestige and peer recognition
• Media opportunities and public exposure
• Opportunity to join and enjoy the Tall Poppy alumni network nationally and in your state or territory
• Associate Membership of AIPS for one year (free)
• Personal development including training and networking

Your award will contribute to the following outcomes:

• Promoting science and intellectual achievement
• Giving a better voice to younger scientific researchers in public debate
• Facilitating public scientific engagement in issues relevant to the community
• Encouraging youth to get into science whether as a career, a study path or as a future informed citizen
• Assisting policy makers to get closer to the science that may need to inform public policy decisions and dilemmas