Award Categories
Sport Sponsored by Lloyds TSB Scotland
Do you know someone who through their hard efforts and determination have achieved extraordinary sporting achievements. Or perhaps someone who spends their free time training others in a sport they love? Who do you think deserves recognition for their dedication to sport?
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The Arts Sponsored by Scottish Arts Council
Passionate about sculpture, the theatre, opera, photography or film? This is your opportunity to celebrate a love of culture. Who has made a difference to their local community by sharing their time or creations?
Democracy / Citizenship Sponsored by Scotland's Commissioner for Children and Young People
Do you know a young Scot who cares about the future of this country and others? Perhaps someone who has demonstrated their commitment by speaking or working for the benefit of others or a cause they believe in? Nominate your candidate for the Democracy / Citizenship Award.
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Health Sponsored by NHS Health Scotland
Helping others to lead a healthier lifestyle? Supporting the community to deal with alcohol or mental health issues? How are the young people you know making a positive impact on other people’s health and wellbeing? Perhaps they are encouraging people to stop smoking or to take part in physical activity. If you know a young person or group of young people who should be celebrated for the help or encouragement they have given to others, let us know and they could be the next winner of the Health Award!
Entertainment
There are so many ways to entertain. Song, dance, comedy, writing. This award is not just for the famous but for the stars in our midst who entertain us every day. If you know a future Ewan McGregor or Sharleen Spiteri then send us a nomination and let us know why they are your Entertainment Award Winner.
Environment
Do you know a young person who gives their time and effort to help protect the world for future generations? This could be related to recycling, global sustainability, ecology or perhaps something else entirely! Whatever they do, this award will go to a young person who is passionate about green issues.
Volunteering Sponsored by Scottish Qualifications Authority
To put it simply, a volunteer is someone who gives up their time and energy free of charge to help other people. This little bit of effort can make a huge difference to many causes. Whatever kind volunteering work it may be we want to hear your special stories about a volunteer or team of volunteers who deserve our recognition.
Community Sponsored by The Scottish Government
This award is aimed at celebrating work accomplished by a young person that improves the lives of people within a community. Â Your nominee may have influenced decision making at local government level, participated in local action, or in any other way which has made a huge difference for the benefit of others in their community.
Heritage Sponsored by Historic Scotland
This category pays tribute to those young people who have worked passionately to help protect, maintain and support Scotland's historic environment. The story of Scotland's culture is told through its landscape, monuments and buildings and this award will go to a young person who actively recognises this and the importance and beauty of the country we live in.
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Unsung Hero Sponsored by ACPOS
Do you know a young Scot who goes the extra mile every day but never asks for any recognition or reward? Someone who brings so much more than expected to the people they encounter and always does it with a smile. Please tell us about that person who makes your home, school or community special.
Enterprise
Who, even at a young age has demonstrated an entrepreneurial flair that has resulted in recognition or the fulfillment of a business plan. Do you know the next Sir Tom Hunter or someone who has helped their school or community through enterprise? Do they deserve the Enterprise Award?
Cultural Diversity Sponsored by Careers Scotland
There are so many positive things about living in a country as diverse as Scotland and this is something that should be celebrated. Have you experienced a special effort by someone who has united their community by speaking out against racism, embracing their heritage or promoting Scotland? This person could be our Cultural Diversity Award Winner so please contact us and tell us their story.
Sunday Mail Readers Award Sponsored by The Sunday Mail
Do you know a young Scot who has overcome difficult circumstances or risen to a challenge. Someone who has has achieved something in the  face of adversity. We are calling you to nominate a young Scot who deserves the Sunday Mail Readers Award.