AWARD CATEGORIES
Sport Sponsored by sportscotland
Do you know someone who through their hard
efforts and determination has achieved
extraordinary sporting achievements? Or perhaps
someone who spends their free time training
others in a sport they love? Who do you think
deserves recognition for their dedication to sport?
The Arts Sponsored by Creative Scotland
Passionate about sculpture, the theatre, opera,
photography or film? This is your opportunity
to celebrate a love of culture. Who has made
a difference to their local community by sharing
their time or creations?
Truth About Youth Sponsored by The Co-operative Foundation
Young Scot and The Co-operative Foundation's
Truth About Youth project is all about challenging
the negative perceptions of young people we too
often hear about in society. Do you know a young
person or youth group whose actions help change
these perceptions?
Health
Helping others to lead a healthier lifestyle?
Supporting the community to deal with alcohol or
mental health issues? If you know a young person
or group of young people who should be celebrated
for the help or encouragement they have given to
others, let us know and they could be the next
winner of the Health Award.
Entertainment
There are so many ways to entertain. Song, dance, comedy, writing. This award is not just for the famous but for the stars in our midst who entertain us every day.
Volunteering Sponsored by SCVO
To put it simply, a volunteer is someone who gives
up their time and energy free of charge to help
other people. This little bit of effort can make
a huge difference to many causes.
Unsung Hero Sponsored by SOLACE
Do you know a young Scot who goes the extra mile
every day but never asks for any recognition or
reward? Someone who brings so much more than
expected to the people they encounter and always
does it with a smile?
Environment Sponsored by Scottish Gas
Do you know a young person who gives their time
and effort to help protect the world for future
generations? This could be related to recycling,
global sustainability, ecology or perhaps something
else entirely. Whatever they do, this award will go to a
young person who is passionate about green issues.
Community Sponsored by The Scottish Government
This award is aimed at celebrating work accomplished by a young person that improves the lives of people
within a community. Your nominee may have influenced
decision-making at local government level, participated in
local action, or in any other way which has made a huge
difference for others in their community.
Heritage Hero Sponsored by Historic Scotland
This category pays tribute to those young people who have
worked passionately to help protect, maintain and support
Scotland's historic environment. The story of Scotland's
culture is told through its landscape, monuments and
buildings and this award will go to a young person who actively
recognises this and the importance and beauty of the country
we live in.
Enterprise Sponsored by Scottish Gas
Do you know a young person who has
demonstrated an entrepreneurial flair, and has turned this
passion to help growth and sustainability in their local
community? If you know the next Sir Tom Hunter, why not
nominate them today.
Diversity and Citizenship Sponsored by Young Scot
There are so many positive things about living in a country as diverse
as Scotland and this is something that should be celebrated.
Do you know a young Scot who has helped by speaking out against
inequalities or been active in their community to improve the lives of
others? Someone who has demonstrated their commitment by
working for the benefit of a cause they believe in?
Sunday Mail Reader's Award Sponsored by Sunday Mail
Do you know a young Scot who has overcome difficult circumstances
or risen to a challenge? Someone who has achieved something
in the face of adversity? We are calling you to nominate a
young Scot who deserves this award.
