Young Hero
Sponsored by The Co-operative Food
This award is for an extraordinary young person who deserves special recognition for their bravery. Do you know a young person who has shown amazing courage and triumphed over adversity?
Sport
Sponsored by sportscotland
Do you know someone who through their hard efforts and determination has achieved extraordinary sporting achievements? Or it could be someone who spends their free time training others in a sport they love? Do you know a young person who deserves recognition for their dedication to sport?
The Arts
Passionate about sculpture, the theatre, opera, photography or film? This is your opportunity to celebrate a young person and their love of culture. Who has made a difference to their local community by sharing their time or creations in a creative manner?
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 their work or encouragement they have given to others, let us know.
Entertainment
Sponsored by Megabus
Song, dance, comedy, writing there are so many ways to entertain. This award is not just for the famous but for the young stars among us who entertain every day.
Volunteering
Sponsored by Quality Meat Scotland
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 people in their communities Do you know a young person who deserves recognition for their selfless contributions?
Unsung Hero
Do you know a young Scot who goes the extra mile every day but never asks for any recognition or reward? Someone who has overcome difficult circumstances or risen to a challenge? Someone who may have achieved something in the face of adversity? We are calling you to nominate an unsung young Scot who deserves this award.
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 environmental issues and determined to make a positive difference.
Community
Sponsored by Scottish Government
This award celebrates the work accomplished by a young person that improves the lives of people within a community. Your nominee may have demonstrated good citizenship by influencing decision-making at local government level, participating in local action, or anything else which has made a huge difference to others in their community.
Enterprise
Sponsored by Skills Development Scotland
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, then nominate them today.
Diversity
Sponsored by Standard Life
To recognise a young person or group working tirelessly to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in their community. Their efforts will have helped encourage respect, tolerance and understanding across all races, faiths, genders, cultures, communities and identity.
Excellence in Education
Sponsored by University of St Andrews
An award for a young person who has overcome adversity or disadvantage to excel in their school, college or university. They may have overcome ill health; dealt with being in care; coped with being a carer or will have shown exceptional dedication and enthusiasm despite their challenges.
