Entries are being sought for the National Youth Work Awards 2018

Young heroes who give up their time for good causes are being sought.

Youth workers, young people and volunteers across the country are being encouraged to nominate entries for the National Youth Work Awards 2018.

The awards – organised by YouthLink Scotland - will be one of the events that celebrate Scotland’s first-ever Year of Young People. The ceremony will showcase the amazing talents and recognise the impact of youth workers on the lives of others.

YouthLink chief executive Jim Sweeney MBE said: “We want to celebrate young people and the youth workers who make a difference.

“In every part of Scotland, every day, thousands of youth workers, many of them volunteers, are supporting young people to follow their dreams and realise their potential. At the heart of these awards will be the voices of our young people, telling their youth work story.”

Minister for childcare and early years Maree Todd said: “As part of the consultation for Year of Young People 2018, young people highlighted that they want to celebrate the important role supporting adults have on their lives. Thousands of young people across Scotland have silent champions, who work behind the scenes to raise aspirations and build young people’s confidence and skills."

The deadline for online nominations is Monday, 15 January 2018. The National Youth Work Awards will be held on Thursday, 15 March 2018 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow.