Longford Gardaí on the lookout for outstanding young people in Longford as youth award nominations open
Nominations are now open for 8th annual Garda Youth Awards recognising young people aged 13–21 across Longford and Roscommon. Closing date for entries is June 19
The Roscommon/Longford Garda division, in association with Longford and Roscommon County Councils, has announced the launch of the 8th Annual Garda Youth Awards.
The awards recognise and celebrate outstanding young people aged between the ages of 13 and 21 who have made a positive contribution to their communities across the two counties.
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The nomination process is now open, with An Garda Síochána inviting members of the public to put forward individuals or groups who have demonstrated a commitment to making a difference over the past year.
Nominations can be made across four categories:
Individual Award: for a young person making a positive contribution to their community
Group Award: for two or more young people working together to benefit their community
Special Achievement Award: for those who have overcome significant challenges and whose determination deserves recognition
Community Safety Award: for initiatives or innovations that have improved safety or prevented crime in their community
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Nomination forms will be distributed to schools, youth groups and voluntary organisations across Longford and Roscommon in the coming weeks.
Forms can also be requested via email at Roscommon.GardaYouthAwards@garda.ie, or downloaded from the Garda website and the Roscommon and Longford local authority websites.
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Completed nomination forms can be submitted by email to Roscommon.GardaYouthAwards@garda.ie or posted to the Community Policing Unit, Longford Garda Station, County Longford.
The closing date for applications is 5pm, Friday, June 19.