Awards evening to honour Wokingham Borough's young achievers
On Thursday April 3, the achievements of over 600 young Wokingham people in a variety of areas will be recognised at a special ceremony being organised by Wokingham Borough Council’s youth service. Awards will be presented to young people completing courses in first aid, babysitting, moped training and anti-bullying to name just a few. Many will also receive recognition for their participation in nationally accredited awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and the Youth Achievement Award, as well as their involvement in local initiatives such as the youth parliament and the Berkshire Award.
Around 300 Wokingham people are expected to attend on the evening and those in attendance will be treated to a varied showcase of acts featuring young people. The council’s youth workers will also take to the stage throughout the night to offer more detail about the activities and projects of the past year and what has been achieved locally. As well as singing and dancing acts, there will also be a number of short presentations accompanied by slideshows or DVD footage, many showing a behind-the-scenes look at the young people’s experiences whilst participating in various projects.
Nigel Shaw, head of Wokingham youth service, said: “Young people can achieve so much in one year and it is important to acknowledge and recognise their efforts.” Mayor Cllr Annette Drake, who will be attending the evening, said: “Awards such as these bring out the very best in young people and I am proud that we have so many participants this year. The evening will be their chance to shine and receive a proper acknowledgement for all that they’ve achieved over the past twelve months. I would like to congratulate them all on their individual successes.”
Each of the Wokingham young people, whether they are able to attend on April 3 or not, will receive both a certificate and a colour programme to keep for posterity.
Around 300 Wokingham people are expected to attend on the evening and those in attendance will be treated to a varied showcase of acts featuring young people. The council’s youth workers will also take to the stage throughout the night to offer more detail about the activities and projects of the past year and what has been achieved locally. As well as singing and dancing acts, there will also be a number of short presentations accompanied by slideshows or DVD footage, many showing a behind-the-scenes look at the young people’s experiences whilst participating in various projects.
Nigel Shaw, head of Wokingham youth service, said: “Young people can achieve so much in one year and it is important to acknowledge and recognise their efforts.” Mayor Cllr Annette Drake, who will be attending the evening, said: “Awards such as these bring out the very best in young people and I am proud that we have so many participants this year. The evening will be their chance to shine and receive a proper acknowledgement for all that they’ve achieved over the past twelve months. I would like to congratulate them all on their individual successes.”
Each of the Wokingham young people, whether they are able to attend on April 3 or not, will receive both a certificate and a colour programme to keep for posterity.
Wokingham Borough Council
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