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Nominations closed at 11.59pm on Sunday 9 March 2025.
If you have any further questions or require support, please email youthengagement@manchester.gov.uk
Youth Project of the Year - sponsored by MCR Active
This award celebrates a youth project which has created a warm, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment, and demonstrates how young people participate in making decisions about the project.
Young Leader of the Year
This award recognises a young person who has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills through the planning, development, or delivery of activities/service which has enhanced young people’s social, emotional or physical development in their youth group, school, or community.
Young Entrepreneur of the Year - sponsored by Inetum
This award recognises a young person or a group of young people who have demonstrated the potential to or has achieved success through their vision, creativity and determination.
Youth Voice or Campaign of the Year
This award recognises a young person or group who have demonstrated effective methods of representing their voice, and the voices of others to positively influence decision-making, impact change and uphold Children's Rights.
Making a Difference Award
This award recognises a young person or group that used their skills and initiative to achieve positive and lasting change for young people in the areas of safety, health, equality, identity and belonging.
Young Carer Award
This award recognises the selfless dedication, care, and contribution of a person under the age of 18 who looks after a family member or friend who has a physical or mental health condition.
Championing Inclusion Award
This award recognises a young person or a group of young people who champion inclusion. Whether through supporting their peers or developing a project, this award recognises those who embrace diversity, promote equality and remove barriers to engagement.
Well-being Award - sponsored by GLL
This award recognises a young person or a group of young people who go above and beyond to promote the wellbeing of children and young people and champion young peoples physical, emotional and mental health and well-being.
Community Champion Award
This award recognises a young person or group that acted and raised the profile of their community through passion, commitment, and diligence to make a positive difference and improve the quality of life for residents in their community.
Outstanding Achievement Award - sponsored by Thermal Road Repairs
This award recognises any outstanding achievement by a young person, who by their commitment, dedication, and tireless hard work, including overcoming challenges, has gone the extra mile to earn their achievement.