Awards & Recognitions
Celebrating Our Commitment to Student Well-being and Safety
We’re honoured that Stymie has been recognised through a number of awards over the years. These acknowledgements mean a lot but they aren’t really about us. They belong to the young people who use Stymie with courage, choosing to speak up when it matters most. Every anonymous notification is an act of bravery that helps keep someone safe.
We also share these honours with the schools and communities who walk alongside us. Their commitment to building cultures of care, kindness, and accountability is what makes Stymie more than just a tool, it makes it a movement.
2025 – The Educator, Service Provider Awards (Best Educational Service Providers in Australia, Tech/Hardware).
2024 – Telstra Best of Business Awards, Queensland State Finalist (Building Communities & Embracing Innovation).
Celebrated for strengthening communities and creating innovative tools that help young people speak up.
2024 – Sunshine Coast Business Awards, Hall of Fame Inductee.
Honoured for sustained excellence after multiple category wins.
2023 – University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Alumnus of the Year & Outstanding Alumnus in Education.
Rachel Downie was recognised by USQ for significant contributions to education and child protection.
2023 – Rachel Downie QLD Churchill Fellowship
Awarded to research global approaches to preventing bullying and supporting young people.
2023 – Australia Post ORIAS, Small Business Innovation Award (Winner).
Recognised for innovative solutions in creating safer school environments.
2023 Coralus Venture Selection
Chosen among purpose-driven women ventures for entry into Coralus, gaining access to mentoring, community capital and a global network.
2023 – Sunshine Coast Business Awards, Winner – Social Impact (Small).
Acknowledged locally for positive impact on young people and communities.
2022 – Queensland Child Protection Week Awards, Thriving Communities Initiative (Winner).
Recognised for building safer, kinder communities for children.
2022 – World Summit Awards (WSA), Global Champion/Winner (Health & Well-Being).
Recognised internationally for Stymie’s international impact on student wellbeing and safety.
2022 – Sunshine Coast Business Awards, Winner – Social Impact (Small).
Celebrated for meaningful social impact through Stymie’s work in schools.
2020 – Rachel Downie Queensland Australian of the Year.
Honoured for turning personal tragedy into action that helps young people find their voice.
2019 – Sunshine Coast Business Awards, Winner – Health & Wellness (Small).
Recognised locally for improving the wellbeing of students and communities.
2018 – Women in Digital Awards, Making a Difference (Winner).
Celebrated for using technology to create meaningful social change.
What schools are saying
I don’t know of any other platform like Stymie. There is definitely a need for it. There have been situations we weren’t aware of; suicide ideation, loneliness, sexual abuse and violence at home.
Bundamba SHS
As mental health problems in particular grow in teens and adolescents, Stymie has been available during the most testing of times. This should be in all schools. Stymie is making an enormous difference to so, so many lives.
Maffra Secondary College
Stymie gives students and young people a Safe way to speak out when they see or hear something that doesn’t sit right and could be harmful.
Moonta Area School
We had a situation last week where there was going to be a fight and a Stymie notification allowed us to stop it from happening.
Keebra Park State High School
This is my first school with Stymie and it is amazing support for the kids.
The Gap State High School