Final call for Lisburn's Mayor's Award Nominations

In partnership with Down Lisburn Trust, Lisburn Volunteer Centre and Lisburn City Council, the scheme aims to recognise the dedication and hard work of volunteers within the Lisburn City Council area.

All nominations received under the scheme will be invited to attend a gala reception hosted by the Mayor at Lagan Valley Island, 19 April, when the winners will be announced and awards distributed.

The award aims to recognise volunteering under three categories:

• Young Volunteer of the Year Award – Recognising volunteering among young people under the age of 25.
• Adult Volunteer of the Year Award – Recognising volunteering among adults over the age of 25.
• Group Volunteer of the Year Award – Recognising groups or organisations currently providing a range of volunteering opportunities; support volunteer training or who are engaged in the active recruitment of volunteers.

The Mayor of Lisburn, Councillor Trevor Lunn, is urging people to submit their last minute nominations: “The Mayor’s Award for Volunteering is an excellent platform for us all to recognise and encourage volunteering within the Lisburn City area. I would encourage anyone who knows of individuals or groups worthy of recognition under this award to submit a nomination form before the fast approaching deadline of Friday 23 February.”

Nominations for each of the award categories will be accepted from individuals and community/voluntary and Statutory representatives who know individuals or groups worthy of recognition. If you are aware of any group or individual who you think deserves recognition under the ‘Mayor’s Award for Volunteering 2007’, please contact Ryan Black, Community Development Officer, Lisburn City Council on 028 9250 9452 or email ryan.black@lisburn.gov.uk for a nomination pack. Nomination packs can also be downloaded from www.lisburncity.gov.uk

Don’t forget the deadline of FRIDAY 23rd FEBUARY 2007 for completed nominations.