Inspirational Young People Celebrated
F
rom personal achievements to helping their
friends, families and communities, young
people from West Mercia have received awards
for making a difference. Ten inspirational young
people were recognised this at the 2019 Young
Good Citizen Awards.
The event, held Tuesday 15 October 2019 at Police
Headquarters, Hindlip Hall saw ten youngsters aged
between 10 to 20 years old from Herefordshire,
Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Worcestershire,
awarded for overcoming challenges in their own
lives, while still making a difference to others in their
community.
West Mercia Police launched their search for Young
Good Citizens of 2019 in May and individual and
group nominations were received from Safer
Neighbourhood Teams (SNTs) schools, youth
leaders, and members of the public.
Of those nominated - ten finalists (two from each
18
policing area) along with the person that proposed
them, were invited to Police HQ to receive their
Young Good Citizen Certificate and £50 Amazon
voucher.
Presenting the awards, Chief Inspector James Baker
said: "Every year, I am inspired to see the incredible
lengths young people go to. They are a positive
force; and that’s why I feel so passionate about this
opportunity to recognise and reward them.
"By celebrating their success; supporting and
recognising those who are making a difference, I
hope that we can give every young person the
motivation to make their mark in society: improving
their local area and making the best possible start to
adult life.
"Today’s awards are a chance to give young people
the recognition they richly deserve and to say a
huge thank you for all their hard work.”
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