Award nominations open for inspiring Leicestershire young people
Nominations are now open for awards recognising inspiring young people across Leicester and Leicestershire.
The Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur OBE CStJ, wants to hear about youngsters aged 13 to 19 who have shown remarkable courage, leadership, creativity, or dedication to helping others.
Family, friends, teachers, and community leaders are encouraged to nominate the outstanding young people they feel deserve recognition for their efforts and who make a real difference in their communities.
There are four award categories to choose from in the Lord-Lieutenant’s 2026 awards – Young Person of Courage, Young Volunteer, Young Leader and Young Artist.
Mr Kapur commented: “This annual awards event is designed to celebrate the achievements of our exceptional young people across the city and county.
“It is an opportunity for us all to come together to recognise their individual talents and the outstanding contributions they make to their local communities.
"Please show your support by nominating the amazing young people you know today.”
Nominations for the awards, which are sponsored by various local businesses and both Leicestershire County and Leicester City Councils, can be made by schools, voluntary organisations, parents, carers, other young people, or any individual.
The finalists each receive a framed certificate together with a prize and category winners will be announced at the ceremony - each winner receiving a prize to the value of £500.
The finalists and their parents or guardians will be invited to a special ‘red carpet’ awards evening and dinner.
Closing date for nominations is February 13, 2026.
Visit www.leicestershire.gov.uk/llawards for full details of the categories and information on how to ensure the nomination fully reflects the young person’s achievements.