Children’s award recognizes the achievements of young citizens

Children in Medway who have overcome a challenge, done something extraordinary or made a difference to their community could be honored with a new award.

The council launched the Medway Young Citizens Award to celebrate and recognize the achievements of young people in the area.

The new program is aimed at children aged 7 to 11 who live or go to school in Medway.

Child Friendly Medway, a division of the council, has called on people to submit their nominations from November 1.

Anyone can nominate a young person and self-nomination is permitted.

Each winner will receive a personalized certificate.

Councilor Adam Price, portfolio holder for children’s services, said: “This is a fantastic initiative to celebrate our young people.”

The program is based on the key themes of Child Friendly Medway set by children.

These include being community-oriented, enthusiastic, and creative.