This award recognizes an individual (26yrs+) who gives unconditional support to their organisation, dedicating great time and effort, often ‘behind the scenes’. They may undertake one or several roles within an organisation and are crucial to the smooth running of that organisation. With devotion and professionalism, they do not seek reward but their efforts over the past year mean they are more than deserving of this accolade. Supporting evidence must make reference to their contribution and the level of commitment given by this person in both quality and quantity.

Examples
Volunteer at a local community project such as a foodbank, tin, on the wall or at a local non-profit event

This award is to recognise a young person aged between 11 and 25 who has shown a real commitment to their volunteering. Supporting evidence must refer to their contribution and the level of commitment given by this person in both quality and quantity.

Examples

Volunteer at a local community project such as a foodbank, tin, on the wall etc or at a local non-profit event

This award recognises an exceptional and influential trustee who demonstrates outstanding dedication and commitment to an organisation. Supporting evidence must make reference to their contribution and the level of commitment given by this person in both quality and quantity

This award recognises an individual that has actively contributed to improving the health and wellbeing of others or has supported the promotion and improvement of health and wellbeing in their community.

For example, nominees may have:

Worked together to help reduce social isolation and improve social connectivity
Identified and challenged health inequalities
Raised awareness of/promoted the importance of supporting mental wellbeing
Run a support group for those affected by mental health
Volunteer with a charity that supports people with a disability
Support an organisation that advocates for those with a certain illness or condition
Volunteer with a day care centre, nursing home or independent living community
Provide activities and classes designed to include people with a disability or long-term illness
Accompany patients to hospital appointments or take part in any other volunteer activity that advances people’s health or well-being!

This award recognises an individual who is committed to the promotion and protection of our environment, or the preservation of our rich cultural heritage.

For example, nominees may have:

Contributed to a project to preserve and conserve our natural environment.
Dedicated their time to improving, maintaining or conserving a heritage project or site.
Promoted or carried out projects to recycle, reduce waste or reduce their carbon footprint.
Participates in a clean up project or local litter pick
Support a community garden or park
Organised a green agriculture initiative
Taken part in environmental protection projects
Championed a sustainability programme
Or take part in any other volunteer activity that supports the environment

This award recognises teams of volunteers, groups or community councils whose connectedness has resulted in a positive impact on their local community.

For example, nominees may have

Worked on a community project to improve their local area.
Empowered local people to take action on matters that are important in their community.
Worked together to run activities for local residents.

This award recognises those who contribute to the cultural life of Torfaen through encouraging and providing engagement with music, arts, creative writing, dance, history, and heritage.  .  This category is open to an individual volunteer, or to an organisation that enables volunteers to participate in and promote cultural experiences. 

 Here are a few examples of volunteer activities that would fit into this category:  

Volunteer at a community event Participate in a local theatre group 

Volunteer at a museum or art gallery 

Support a local cultural institution 

Organise volunteer cultural tours 

Share their time to support community choirs, dance groups, art groups, heritage groups 

Volunteer to teach art, music or dance in a community setting 

Showcase the diversity of art and culture in Torfaen 

Takes part in any other volunteer activity that supports art, culture or Heritage 

This award recognises an individual or volunteer led clubs, teams in Torfaen whose contribution to sport has made a real difference by providing their time to support sport & recreational activities in Torfaen. For example, nominee’s may have 

Used sport as a way to tackle social isolation/loneliness. 

Used sport as a tool to positively impact the lives of participants. 

Used sport to promote the inclusion of marginalised groups. 

Volunteer at a community sports club 

Coach a youth sports team  

Volunteer with an organisation that promotes diversity in sport; 

Support a local recreation centre 

Organise volunteer led outdoor activities 

Share their time to support community recreational activities 

Volunteer to teach inclusive physical activities 

Take part in a committee for a local sports programme 

Or take part in any other volunteer activity that supports sport or recreation! 

This award recognises a business that encourages, provides and/or supports its workers to volunteer in the community, provides skills and expertise to support or mentor local groups, or sponsored much needed work for local organisations. 

A group, organisation or individual who has gone above and beyond in commitment and passion for their community. Responding by giving outstanding service and support during times of crisis this year. Examples of this may include and are not restricted to: 

Cost of Living Crisis 

Ukraine Support 

Warm Spaces 

Great groups rely on inspirational people – those special individuals who have not just chosen to give their time to improve their community but who have been able to motivate and support others to do likewise. 

This award recognises teams of volunteers, groups or community councils whose connectedness has resulted in a positive impact on their local community.

For example, nominees may have

Worked on a community project to improve their local area.
Empowered local people to take action on matters that are important in their community.
Worked together to run activities for local residents.