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STEP UP PAGE 7 Nominate your community champions Nominations have opened to recognise the best of Croydon’s army of volunteers and civic champions. The annual Croydon community civic awards showcase the outstanding efforts made by some of the many thousands of local people who give up their time to help others. Previous winners included one of last year’s youth parliament members, Javell Nelson, as well as Croydon Radio, the online station which provides a voice for numerous local voluntary groups. Judges will be looking for examples of volunteering that significantly benefits other people and sets a benchmark for excellence, both locally and nationally. Categories for the 2014 awards are: • • • • • • • • • Volunteer of the Year Personal Achievement Award Lifetime Achievement Award Young Volunteer of the Year Carer of the Year Fundraiser of the Year Employees of the Year Voluntary Group of the Year Civic life Award The shortlisting process will take into account the level of need being addressed and how volunteers have overcome obstacles to make a difference. Full details are available at: www.croydon.gov.uk/civicawards. Anyone can make a nomination before the closing date of 31 March 2014. Four finalists in each category will be invited to a ceremony on 19 June. ‘Previous winners included one of last year’s youth parliament members, Javell Nelson…’