Criteria
The nominated person must satisfy most of the following criteria in order to be considered for an award:
Service
making their contribution as a volunteer (without pay other than out of pocket expenses) for the benefit of residents in South Gloucestershire.
or if the person has received payment for their work, they must have shown additional voluntary effort and dedication well beyond that expected from their employment.
( Please give specific examples of the person's work or additional voluntary effort when completing the application form to assist the panel when making a decision.)
Commitment
The candidate has made a real difference in a number of ways such as:
- time dedicated to the work they do
- leadership and the motivation of others
- developing ideas that have helped others
- helping others overcoming significant challenges
- Special Award Categories
- long service award
- youngest volunteer
- joint award (2 people)
Suggested areas of contribution include: (this list is only illustrative)
- Advice and Advocacy
- Arts
- Community Development
- Sport
- Community Safety
- Play
- Environment
- Work with Older People
- Good Neighbour
- Work with Young People
- Promoting Equality
Exceptions
- unfortunately nominations cannot be taken for groups, as we are unable to administer for large numbers.
- nominations cannot be accepted from immediate family members.
- nominations cannot be accepted for elected councillors (currently in post), unless the nomination is for work not associated with the councillor role.
- previous winners for the same area of contribution.