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Get Involved with the Awards

Be a part of next Child Friendly Leeds Awards

There are a few different ways that children and young people (up to the age of 18, or up to the age of 25 with SEND or care experience) can be a part of the Child Friendly Leeds awards*. They can:

  • Join the planning group - The Child Friendly Leeds awards are always planned and delivered by a group of young people, typically between the ages of 11 and 18. The young people plan and run the event, from the theme and entertainment to the script ideas and appearing on stage. Young people apply to be a part of this group and attend a number of planning sessions and rehearsals.
  • Perform as part of the awards ceremony - the awards ceremony has multiple slots for performances from young people. We welcome any young person or group with a talent (it doesn't just have to be singing or dancing) to put themselves forward to perform at our awards ceremony.
  • Present an award - this may be the perfect opportunity for any budding presenter, who would like the chance to get on stage to introduce one of the awards categories and even reveal the runner-up and winner.

If you are a young person (or you know someone) who would like to be involved in the next awards, please complete this expression of interest form, or contact the team at CFLAwards@leeds.gov.uk.

*The next awards will take place on Thursday 2nd July 2026 - you must be available on this date to take part.


Nominations

There is a 'Child / Young Person of the Year' award category, which recognises the amazing young people in our city. Nominations will open in Autumn 2025 and all children and young people who are nominated in this category receive recognition and a certificate. All children and young people shortlisted are invited to attend the awards ceremony with their families/guests.

For the 2026 awards, there is also a special Children's Choice category. A vote by children and young people will decide the winner of the 'Best Place' category. Children up to the age of 18, or up to 25 with SEND or care experience, can vote here: https://surveys.leeds.gov.uk/s/cflchildrenschoice/ 

 

We are seeking sponsorship for our 2026 awards. If you are a business and would like to receive our sponsorship package, please get in touch at childfriendlyleeds@leeds.gov.uk