Celebrating the best that Leeds has for future generations

The Child Friendly Leeds awards 2018 will take place on February 1 with a prestigious ceremony set to welcome 400 guests, VIPs, city leaders and supporters to recognise those who are making the biggest contribution to future generations.

It is being organised by Team Ten & Co, a group of young people aged as young as 12, who say there has been “an astounding number of nominations” received for the fifth annual city-wide event.

Some 35 nominations made the shortlist over seven categories.

Councillor Lisa Mulherin, the council’s executive member for children and families, said: “We would like to thank everyone who took the time to nominate for these awards. We were amazed by the sheer number and quality of nominations received and touched by the commitment and hard work shown by all those who have been nominated.

"There are some fantastic people, places and organisations committed to making Leeds a better city for children and young people and it’s great that we are able to celebrate their work, through the Child Friendly Leeds Awards.

“What a wonderful way to recognise just some of the work being done across the city to improve the lives of children and young people that goes some way towards making Leeds a child friendly city.”

The awards are being hosted by Leeds City Varieties and start at 7pm.

They are being sponsored by AQL, Trinity Leeds, White Rose Shopping Centre, Victoria Leeds, Harvey Nichols, Marks & Spencer and First Direct Arena.

Prof Adam Beaumont, founder and CEO of AQL, added: “We’re absolutely committed to our partnership with Child Friendly Leeds, and are proud to sponsor the fifth annual CFL Awards.

“Young people are our future and we have to do all we can to enable them to thrive.”

The shortlist is

Communities and Schools Working Together

Ahead Partnership

Go-Givers Make a Difference Challenge, Leeds

The Shine Project

Fuel for School and The Light

The Rainbow Factory

Inspiring Creativity Through Arts and Culture

Chapel FM

Sneaky Experience

Leeds City Museum

YoYos, Pyramid of Arts

The West Yorkshire Playhouse Youth Theatre

Best Place in Leeds for Children and Young People

CATCH, Leeds

West Leeds Activity Centre

First Floor – the West Yorkshire Playhouses creative space for young people

The Hunslet Club

BoomChikkaBoom

Adult Making a Difference for Young People

Asad Razzaq, CATCH

Chris Dyson, Head Teacher of Parklands Primary

The Voice, Influence & Change (VIC) Team

Errol Murray, Leeds Dads

Fred & Irene Jewitt

Child of the Year

Taylor Aitcheson, a local tennis star who decided that he wanted to give back to the community and chose to do this by helping to raise awareness of Candlelighters.

Liam Wilson attended the Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena and has undertaken various challenges to help raise money for those affected in the attack.

Isabella Jackson has been a young carer and also supports other children in her school to feel included.

Jake Frood suffers from juvenile arthritis and hypermobility syndrome but is the youngest 1st, 2nd and 3rd Degree Black Belt in the world.

Ryan McMullen was born with one hand but he does not let his disability stop him from doing what he wants in his life.

Young Person of the Year

Sophie Chapman is a young person who is an inspiration to members of the Rainbows, Brownies and Guides, as well as her local community.

Chloe Tear created a blog to raise awareness about what life is truly like having Cerebral Palsy www.cpstudentblog.blogspot.co.uk

Kayleigh Glancy has saved her pocket money and raised money for the last 6 years to help provide chocolate eggs and gifts for children at Easter and Christmas.

The Lionesses are a group of young women whom have experiences of child sexual exploitation (CSE) and now support their peers and work with professionals.

Young Dads Collective (YDC) North is a collection of young men who became fathers while of school age – they formed a group to support one another and to influence best practice.

Overall Contribution to Making Leeds a Child Friendly City

Barca-Leeds

The Refugee Council

Central Yorkshire Scouts

Town Centre Securities PLC

White Rose Shopping Centre Management Team