Hiphopportunities For Youth: Winner 2010 Premiers Volunteers Award (Youth Participation)

Young People’s Community Participation Award
This award recognises groups or activities which involve young people in leading, planning and making their own decisions. It celebrates the fact that young people are a fantastic source of energy, ideas, skills and innovation in a community. There are many examples of ways young people are involved in their communities, including developing and running community events; creating ways to develop stronger relationships between young people and the broader community; building skills and leadership amongst young people; and contributing to community strength and well-being.
In this award category priority will be given to activities that show young people working together and making a difference in their community.