Youth Awards
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The City of Ballarat Youth Awards provide the opportunity to recognise and celebrate our city’s outstanding young people aged 12 -25.
Since 2005, the City of Ballarat Youth Awards have recognised the outstanding contributions that young people make in the Ballarat community. We wish to shine a light on the leadership, innovation, kindness, and exemplary commitment to community that young people demonstrate.
In 2022 you will see some new and exciting categories including the ‘Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award’ that aims to recognise a young person who has contributed significantly to a fairer, more accessible community for all.
Many popular award categories are also returning including the ‘Positive Leader Award’ which recognises a young person who fosters a positive sense of community.
The 11 nomination categories for 2022 are:
- Personal Growth Award
- Group Project Award
- Leadership in Sport & Recreation Award
- Creative Arts Award
- Positive Leader Award
- Compassion and Care Award
- Youth Volunteer Award
- Innovators Award
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award
- Influential Adult – Volunteer
- Influential Adult – Worker
See the full list of categories and criteria.
Nominations are now closed.
For further information or queries, please email youthawards@ballarat.vic.gov.au