DO YOU know a child or young person up to 25 years old who deserves recognition for their achievements despite facing adversity?

Nominations are now open for the High Sheriff’s Children and Young People’s Awards 2021.

The awards celebrate the achievements of children and young people up to the age of 25, who have found a way to flourish and play pivotal roles in their community despite having encountered a challenging upbringing.

The closing date for applications is Friday February 5, with a presentation of awards to take place on Monday March 29 at the Broadway Centre in Sandown between 6pm and 8pm.

Every nomination will be considered by a panel, chaired by the High Sheriff.

If you have any questions about the nomination process, please contact the High Sheriff at iwhighsheriff@gmail.com.

Forms are available online via the High Sheriff's website and should be either emailed to: iwhighsheriff@gmail.com or sent to The Point Cottage, Beach Road, Bembridge, PO35 5NQ

Caroline Peel, High Sheriff of the Isle of Wight, said: "I look forward to receiving your nominations and thank you for your help in making these awards a success."