{"id":64637,"date":"2024-02-13T16:20:28","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T16:20:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theasiantoday.com\/?p=64637"},"modified":"2024-02-13T16:25:17","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T16:25:17","slug":"inspirational-youth-awards-finalists-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theasiantoday.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/13\/inspirational-youth-awards-finalists-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspirational Youth Awards Finalists Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

#CelebratingOurFuture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Inspirational Youth Awards, now in its second year, is thrilled to announce the finalists for its upcoming ceremony. This prestigious event, dedicated to celebrating young individuals who have made significant positive contributions to their communities, has seen an overwhelming number of nominations this year. Set to take place on 27th April 2024 at The Eastside Rooms, Woodcock Street, Birmingham, B7 4BL, the awards ceremony promises to be a night of recognition for the remarkable efforts of these young changemakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The selection process this year was particularly challenging for our panel of judges, given the impressive calibre of nominations received. Each nominee showcased exceptional dedication to making a difference, setting a high standard of inspiration and making the shortlisting process a testament to the potential and positive impact of the youth across the Midlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Inspirational Youth Awards is an annual celebration that shines a spotlight on the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community advocates. It underscores the belief that young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow but are also capable of driving meaningful change today. The event highlights the incredible work being done by individuals and groups across the Midlands, reinforcing the idea that youth can be a formidable force for good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we move forward, the finalists now face a public voting period starting from today, 12th February 2024, and concluding on 10th March 2024. This phase allows the community to have a voice in the selection process, further engaging the public in the celebration of these young heroes. Following the voting period, our judges will convene on 14th March 2024 to determine the winners in each category, based on the information provided and the results of the public vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The winners will be unveiled during the prestigious award ceremony in April, where attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the impactful work of these young individuals and projects. The Inspirational Youth Awards is not just an event but a movement, aiming to create a culture of recognition, encouragement, and support for the youth who dedicate themselves to creating a better future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the finalists and wish them the best of luck in the next phase of the competition. Their achievements are a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for us all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us in #CelebratingOurFuture and supporting the incredible young people who are making a difference in the Midlands and beyond.

Good Luck to all the finalists!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full List of Finalists:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Adam Swain \u2013 South & City College Birmingham
Ella Prior \u2013 Make Good Grow
Evan Dale \u2013 Sky News
Jamie Wright \u2013 Equans
Lily Green \u2013 Iguana Group
Madiha Mehmood \u2013 Girl Grind UK
Renee Robinson \u2013 Ernest Young
Santina Bunting \u2013 Arup<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ARTS & CULTURE AWARD<\/strong>
Angel Akpovi
Catriona Mckendrick \u2013 PM DJ Agency
Connor Pope \u2013 Brum Stills
Dayle Demarae
Kevan Fairweather \u2013 ChaseNotes
Lo Williams \u2013 LoDesignz
Madiha Mehmood \u2013 Girl Grind UK
Suvadeep Biswas \u2013 Content Creator<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAMPAIGNER OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Dev Sharma \u2013 Youth MP
Jasmine Pole
Samiha Kalam \u2013 Birmingham\u2019s Young Women\u2019s IAG
Sophia Badhan
Tyrell Davis-Douglan \u2013 Prospect Living<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Adam Petty \u2013 Zaap
Alejandra Becerra Garcia \u2013 Mininothirteen
Alexios Zachariades-Layland \u2013 Joobii
Amani Zubair \u2013 Gimme Gold
Benjamin Howells \u2013 Pizza Pazzo
Dominik Kulcsar \u2013 Brainy Bar
Ellie Howard \u2013 1709 Productions
Mya Foster \u2013 Mya\u2019s Cakes
Nevaeh Holgate \u2013 FivesDidlt
Tyler Campbell \u2013 Fridays Coventry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Alfie Ford \u2013 a4asdawareness
Kobe Forster
Louis Johnson BEM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INCLUSIVITY AWARD<\/strong>
Amman Ahmed \u2013 Youth Commissioner
Batoul Jamal Abu Affar \u2013 Aston University
Emily Emiru \u2013 Advisory Council Member
Girl Grind UK
Iveta Pudilova \u2013 Happy Autistic Lady Ltd
Pravjoth Gill \u2013 BCU Student Union
Reheim Khan \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
Zoe-Jane Littlewood \u2013 Sport 4 Life UK<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Abdul-Moiz Siddiqi \u2013 Project Me-Eco
Amy Lockwood \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
Jayden Joseph-Williams \u2013 Vice Voices UK Ambassador
Madiha Mehmood \u2013 Girl Grind UK
Ollie Tatton \u2013 Stoke on Trent City Council<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INSPIRATIONAL PERSON OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Amaan Dad \u2013 Our Community Foundation
Ayyatulahi Adigun \u2013 Shape Youth Forum
Eleanor Easton \u2013 Birmingham Women\u2019s and Children\u2019s Hospital YPAG
Hana Fitzpatrick \u2013 Essence Youth Mentoring CIC
Jayden Joseph-Williams \u2013 Vice Voices UK Ambassador
Juhie Radia
Kairo Williams \u2013 InPower Academy CIC
Lydia Hine
Manny Singh \u2013 Idle
Ruvimbo Gore \u2013 Generation Success<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MOST PROMISING RISING STAR IN EMPLOYMENT<\/strong>
Madiha Mehmood \u2013 Girl Grind UK
Neeco Chambers \u2013 InPower Academy CIC
Roger Davis \u2013 Fitcap
Sarah Dallow \u2013 Bootcamp Media
Tiffani Walsh \u2013 Staffordshire University
Zachariah Okusi \u2013 Sport 4 Life UK<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY AWARD<\/strong>
Anastasia Manousaridou
Anusha Salhan \u2013 Chair Worcestershire Youth Cabinet
Fera Adebayo \u2013 Future Doctors of the World
Francis McGann \u2013 The Princes Trust
Girl Grind UK
Hana Fitzpatrick \u2013 Essence Youth Mentoring CIC
Krutika Ganeru \u2013 Enactus \u2013 Aston University
Shahan Ahmed \u2013 Sport 4 Life UK
Tamia Joseph \u2013 Vice Voices
Will Doyle<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO YOUNG PEOPLE AWARD<\/strong>
Abdel-illah Boukhezer
Amaan Dad \u2013 Our Community Foundation
Hana Fitzpatrick \u2013 Essence Youth Mentoring CIC
Hannah Walton \u2013 One Third Project
Hardik Singh \u2013 Member of the Youth Parliament
Juhie Radia
Kwan Yuet Adora Wong \u2013 Aston University
Kyle Whittle \u2013 MAD Birmingham
Louis Johnson BEM
Yaseer Elamin
Zachariah Okusi \u2013 Sport 4 Life UK<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPORTSPERSON OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
George Brown
Keele Williams \u2013 Temple Martial Arts
Lauren Kerman \u2013 Gen22
Layla Banaras \u2013 Birmingham City FC
Libby Smith \u2013 Redditch Self Defence
Shandice Smith \u2013 Bournville U18
Zachariah Okusi \u2013 Sport 4 Life UK<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STUDENT OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Anna Piggott-Reeves
Catriona Mckendrick \u2013 Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Danish Mahmood \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
Jayden Plummer \u2013 West Midlands Police Cadets
Kaha Mohamed \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
Kwan Yuet Adora Wong \u2013 Aston University
Madiha Mehmood \u2013 Girl Grind UK
Molly Dean \u2013 Staffordshire University
Reheim Khan \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
ZeZe Sohawon \u2013 Forward Thinking Birmingham<\/p>\n\n\n\n

THE WELLBEING AWARD<\/strong>
Charlotte Weir \u2013 Forward Thinking Birmingham \u2013 Think4brum
Layan Hassan \u2013 UK BAME Leader
Mallika Mahato \u2013 Enactus Aston
Megan Davies
Sana Azhar \u2013 VP Welfare \u2013 Aston Students\u2019 Union
Tanya Marwaha \u2013 Championing Youth Minds, Baton of Hope UK
Tayyibah Hussain \u2013 asafeplacex
ZeZe Sohawon \u2013 Emotion Dysregulation in Autism (EDA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUNG ARTIST OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Connor Pope
Creezon
Jam Coldman
Kevan Fairweather \u2013 Chase Notes
Madi Saskia
T Roadz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUNG INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Daniel Sundaram \u2013 EconLearn
Destiny Morgan \u2013 Content Creator
Lauren Gilbert \u2013 Content Creator
Manny Singh \u2013 Scratch Radio
Sannah Sajid \u2013 Content Creator<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUNG LEADER OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Abbey Bree \u2013 St Basils
Atul Rana \u2013 Aston Students Union
Beth Dennis \u2013 #iWill
Emma Berwick \u2013 Zero Gravity
Gitika Gidwani \u2013 Enactus BCU
Kristian Wilson \u2013 BrumsUpAndComing
Luis Enache \u2013 Inpower Academy CIC
Muhammad Sibi \u2013 SibiNet
Nahjae Nunes \u2013 Youth Activist
Nana Yaw Antiedu \u2013 BADU Mentoring Group
Natalya Fernandez \u2013 West Midlands Police Cadets
Tori-Jade Davies \u2013 Churches Housing Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUNG STEAM PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Aurelia Brzezowska \u2013 Staffordshire University
Jasmine Brittan \u2013 University of Warwick
Nimra Younis \u2013 Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College
Nokwanda Siyunyi \u2013 Staffordshire University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUTH ACTIVIST OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Abdel-illah Boukhezer
Abyaan Cznn \u2013 Livin Life So Chronically
Hamaam Shire \u2013 Birmingham Youth City Board
Layan Hassan \u2013 UK BAME Leader
Kirsten Duthie \u2013 Birmingham Children\u2019s Hospital YPAG
Sannah Sajid \u2013 Punch Records<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YOUTH PROJECT OF THE YEAR<\/strong>
Any Girl \u2013 Any Girl Netball CIC
Apni Zaroorat Community Network
Liberty Jamboree
Next Gen Leaders \u2013 Inpower Academy CIC
She Don Did It \u2013 Girl Grind UK
The Colebridge Trust \u2013 Princes Trust
Why Teens \u2013 YMCA Sutton Coldfield<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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