Know a young shining light?

Nominations are now open for the annual award of prizes from the West Midlands Lieutenancy to young people across our region. Sir John Crabtree OBE, our Lord-Lieutenant, is looking to acknowledge outstanding young people who make a difference through voluntary activity with his Young Active Citizen Award for 2023.

The nomination should reflect the reasons you believe they deserve to be recognised. Have they for example:

• Used their skills and talents to build and strengthen local communities
• Assisted in developing legacy through the creation of improved diversity, understanding and reconciliation via community activity
• Volunteered and achieved measurable impact on a specific community project
• Overcome personal barriers to participate in cultural opportunities in their community (educational institution or wider community)
• Helped other people overcome barriers and participate in community opportunities
• Been innovative in developing or working on a community project
• Used their skills and talents to help other people to access opportunities in their community.

If you wish to nominate anyone for this Award, please complete and submit the online nomination form from the West Midlands Lieutenancy website.