We were at the national Youth Matters Awards celebrating not only incredible young people across YMCA, but also the projects and dedicated individuals who support and encourage them to thrive.
It was a privilege to listen to stories of strength, courage and beating all the odds, and a lovely opportunity to celebrate our finalists and all the achievements of young people across the organisation. Although we didn’t win, we’re tremendously proud of our nominees.
The night was hosted by TV presenter and personality Scarlett Moffatt, who shot to fame after appearing on Gogglebox and was later crowned Queen of the Jungle in I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here in 2016.
But the real stars of the night were some remarkable people – young people, volunteers and colleagues – and the awards event was a chance to recognise and celebrate the invaluable work YMCAs do every day to transform lives and create brighter futures.
We were delighted to invite some of our generous supporters – Doug B. and Linda Hearn from Mayday Group Limited and Nikki South and Sue Chambers from Bupa– and BHCC Cllr Tobias Sheard to join us and hear first-hand from the young people they are helping us to support.
A massive well done to our young people, Nader, Georgia and Amanuel and our colleague Tobi. Here’s to you all!
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