Inspirational youngsters across Dumfries & Galloway to be celebrated
The annual youth awards have proven popular since they began in 2018
A light is set to be shone on some of the most inspirational youngsters across the region, as nominations are invited for this years Dumfries & Galloway Youth Awards.
Since beginning back in 2018 as part of Scotland’s Year of Young People, the local awards have been held annually, to celebrate the young people who have contributed to the region in one way or another.
The public can nominate individuals or groups aged between 12 and 25 across a range of categories.
Nominations can be accessed online at the youth awards website, and are open until the 23rd of October.
Winners will be announced at an award ceremony in Easterbrook Hall on the 23rd of November.
On the evening itself, a live vote will determine the winner of ‘Young Person of the Year’, with candidates made up from winners of some previous categories.
A full list of categories is visible below:
Sport
Culture, Arts & Entertainment Award
Young Volunteer
Young Change Maker
Unsung Hero
Equality
Group of the Year
Young Enterprise and Business Award
Youth Worker of the Year (Paid)
Youth Worker of the Year (Volunteer)
It’s hoped the awards will help inspire other youngsters in years to come.
Organisers say the awards ceremony will be a fun filled evening, complete with local entertainment.