THE SEARCH is on for Woodley’s most outstanding citizens, thanks to its community heroes awards.
The new look awards now have set categories making it easier for people to nominate those champions who help make the town a better place.
They include awards for volunteers, climate champions, neighbours, and the young person of the year.
They are organised by Woodley Town Council.
The town mayor, Cllr Janet Sartorel, said: “We are very lucky in Woodley to have such kind and caring residents, thereby I’m sure we all know at least one Community Hero.
“Please nominate them for one of our awards and don’t forget the younger ones who also deserve recognition for helping, litter picking, fundraising and other acts of kindness in Woodley.”
The new categories are:
Neighbour of the Year: Awarded to an individual who has, independently (ie not part of a wider charity organisation) provided exceptional care and support to a Woodley resident or residents within their local community
Volunteer of the Year: Awarded to an individual who has, as part of a voluntary or charity organisation, provided exceptional support to the activities of the organisation, making a difference to residents of Woodley
Voluntary Group of the Year: Awarded to an organisation that has provided exceptional support and services to Woodley residents
Climate Champion of the Year: Awarded to an individual, organisation or group that has made a significant contribution to fighting climate change and/or climate initiatives within the area
Young Person of the Year: Awarded to an individual aged 19 or under who, through voluntary activities, has made an exceptional contribution to the Woodley community
Mayor’s Outstanding Contribution Award: Awarded by the Mayor to an individual or organisation who they feel have provided an outstanding contribution to the community
A nomination form is available from Woodley Town Council, or its website, woodley.gov.uk.
Submissions should be made by Wednesday, November 16.
