Saxon Weald
9 January, 2025
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Saxon Weald recognises inspiring young people in the local community

In the autumn of 2024, Saxon Weald welcomed nominations for their third annual Youth Awards, which celebrates the achievements of young people who are making a positive difference in their communities. Nine worthy winners and their families were then invited to attend an awards ceremony at Saxon Weald House in December.

The 2024 winners attended an awards ceremony at Saxon Weald House.

Comprising of five categories, the winners were selected by members of Saxon Weald staff and Board, as well as Youth Provision Officer for Horsham District Council, Dan Fairchild, and Lara Gavin from Jewson Partnership Solutions, who kindly sponsored the awards this year.

 

The 2024 winners included:

Winner, Holly Jenkins, with her trophy and certificate
Winner, Holly Jenkins, with her trophy and certificate Credit: Saxon Weald

Local Community Award - Lilly Halliwell, Noah Cloake, Zac Woodcock, Lejsha Newland

Achievement in Learning Award - Samuel Shelley

Young Carer Award - Sennen and Hayden Calver

Sport and Physical Activity Award - Matilda Parnell

Young Leader Award - Holly Jenkins

 

Saxon Weald’s Chief Executive, Steven Dennis, was proud to host the recent awards ceremony evening:

“Our Youth Awards is one of my favourite events of the year. It was a privilege to meet our inspiring winners, who I would like to congratulate once again for the contributions they’ve all made to their communities. It was an honour to be part of such a special evening and to celebrate the personal achievements of these incredible young people.”