An initiative of Sikh Youth Australia and Young Sikh Professionals Network, the Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence aimed to appreciate the positive contributions made by Punjabi Sikhs to the broader Australian community, were announced in Sydney at a gala ceremony.
The award ceremony was held on 17 June in Sydney and there were around 24 individuals shortlisted across 8 different categories.
Dr Parwinder Kaur has been one of the shortlisted candidates who won the award in the ‘Australian Sikh Woman of the Year’ category.
While talking to SBS Punjabi Dr Kaur said that she is feeling honoured to receive this award.
I celebrate being a Kaur and am so grateful to be born into a Sikh family.Dr Parwinder Kaur
Reminiscing her personal journey, she credits her success to another powerful woman - her mother.
Her message to other women out there - "Never stop pursuing your dreams and passion."
Click on the audio player at the top of this page to listen to this interview in Punjabi.