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Tyne and Wear High Sheriff

Awards 2021

AWARDS ON YOUTUBE

Recognition for the outstanding community groups giving young people a helping hand

A phenomenal 61 groups have received a High Sheriff’s Award in recognition of their work supporting young people across Tyne and Wear.


The High Sheriff of Tyne and Wear, Sarah Stewart OBE DL, presented the awards in a virtual celebration ceremony on Wednesday (25th March), filmed and produced by students of Gateshead College. 


Through a huge variety of activities, from sport and the arts to business and education, all of the groups focus on helping young people aged up to 25 gain the life skills that will help them secure education, training and employment opportunities.

“Many of the groups are supported by volunteers and operate day in day out below the radar, so I’m delighted that through the Awards we can help raise their profile and celebrate what they do,” said Sarah Stewart.


I’m particularly proud of how they have all adapted to virtual activities during the pandemic, and some have transformed what they do, providing valuable support services for some of the most vulnerable groups facing isolation during lockdown.”


The Awards come with small grants, typically £750. There are also 8 higher award winners of up to a maximum of £2,500 from a fund managed by Tyne Wear and Northumberland Community Foundation. 


The fund complements the work of the High Sheriff, which is an independent non-political Royal appointment for a single year. Their role is to support the Crown and the judiciary, lending active support and encouragement to crime prevention, emergency services and the voluntary sector.


During 2021/21, among other duties, Mrs Stewart contacted and virtually visited all but two of the award-winning 61 organisations.

“I’ve had the joy of attending on-line dance classes, film creating sessions, drama workshops and training events.


As a result, I’ve been able to build an extensive picture of the range of activities and support provided for young people across Tyne and Wear – in particular, I’ve been able to see at first hand the sheer hard work and amazing contribution of volunteers, community groups and charities. I’ve also built an up-to-the-minute understanding of the significant impact on such groups as a result of Covid,” she added. 

The awards event was produced by Film Students at Gateshead College as part of their Level 3 Diploma course.


They produced a series of films showcasing the work of all the award winners to create a celebratory and joyful event.

“The Tyne & Wear High Sheriff Awards recognise achievements from groups across our area. We are always amazed by the huge range and number of organisations that come forward and apply to the Community Foundation. It demonstrates just how much brilliant work is happening across Tyne & Wear to engage young people in positive and worthwhile activities.


This is especially so through such an extraordinary time. We are delighted to have the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of these groups at the virtual awards ceremony,” said Rob Williamson, CEO, Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland.

The list of winners:

NEWCASTLE
Newcastle United Foundation Work to give residents a voice, signpost them to vital services and teach them life-skills, as well as supporting new businesses and jobs. Its community-focused football development project 'Hat-Trick' aims to maximise the potential of young people.
Family Pharmacy Deliver a range of sporting, health, educational and employability programmes to families in disadvantaged areas across the North East. Award specifically for Westgate 'Kicks' programme that offers free football for young people, whilst building stronger links with the police and the community.
Pendower Good Neighbour House Project Encourage residents of the estate to improve the quality of their lives and improve the estate's sustainability. One of their specific aims is to provide developmental opportunities for young people.
Fenham Association of Residents (FAR) Specialise in supporting the most vulnerable members of the community, providing a range of activities and informal education courses. It is committed to supporting older people, women and girls, and has developed a young people's network.
North East Academy of American Football (NEEAF) Provide opportunities to play American Football to young people of all abilities, backgrounds and genders.
Success4All (S4A) Support young people from less affluent areas across the region to achieve via learning hubs, clubs and summer schools, all offering tutoring and creating learning opportunities. It also supports young people to become volunteer tutors, befrienders and involved in social action.
St Oswald’s Hospice Provide specialist palliative care to adults and children with life-limiting illnesses in the North East, as well as community outreach, counselling, respite services, and bereavement support.
Inspiring Events CIC Provide aspirational opportunities and skills development to young people with learning disabilities or who are on the autism spectrum. It works to compensate for the decreased amount of funding received in state-provided personal budgets.
Unfolding Theatre *TOP AWARD Aim to reach people of all ages and backgrounds through responsive and impactful theatre and community-based creative projects, often touring productions across the UK. Award specifically for work with young people, including ‘Right Now People’ - a creative collective of up to 12 individuals who discuss and develop work relevant to issues that are important to them.
Projects4Change *DISTRICT AWARD Provide youth-led projects for young people in the West End of Newcastle, including detached youth work, group work, residentials, advice and information.
Skimstone Arts Specialise in working with communities that have reduced opportunities, for reasons including homelessness, mental health issues, poverty and learning disabilities. It has a strong focus on supporting young people, particularly those living in deprived areas in the region.
Newcastle Gang Show Hold six performances every year at the People's Theatre for a combined audience of 2,000 people.
The Children’s Foundation Support research and projects that improve the health, wellbeing and safety of children. It also provides therapeutic play, family support and tuition.
Northern Roots Promote cross-cultural arts, working extensively with BAME communities, refugees and local musicians, as well as delivering programmes in schools.
Scotswood Natural Community Garden Work to improve outcomes for people, including young people, affected by poverty, providing a range of education, support, training, health and wellbeing services from a natural wild site.
GATESHEAD
2nd Crawcrook Boy Scout Group Promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
Sklls4Work *SECOND PLACE AWARD Support young adults (aged 18- 30) with a variety of learning needs, seeking to empower, develop skills and create independence, primarily through learning and employment opportunities.
Derwenthaugh Boat Station of the Sea Cadet Corps The Station is the Marine Society and Sea Cadets boating and training centre on the River Tyne, delivering adventurous activities to cadets.
1st Chopwell Scout Group Promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
Birkheads Wild CIC *DISTRICT AWARD Provide a 'place for free-range humans', giving local families and young people the opportunity to spend time outdoors, learn about nature and have rural experiences.
Whickham Fellside Youth Football Club Support young people from less affluent areas across the region to achieve via learning hubs, clubs and summer schools, all offering tutoring and creating learning opportunities. It also supports young people to become volunteer tutors, befrienders and involved in social action.
Whickham Fellside Youth Football Club Provide football for children and young people up to under 18s level with players encouraged to be involved within the local community.
Birtley St Joseph’s Youth Club Open to all children between seven and 11, meets weekly, Offers a safe and welcoming environment for children between 7 and 11 offering range of activities, including dry-slope skiing and trampolining, football, cooking and arts.
5th Birtley Scout Group Promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, helping them to become responsible citizens.
1st Windy Nook Girls Brigade Encourage young people to learn new skills and engage positively with their community by offering opportunities that may not otherwise be available.
Northumbria Coalition Against Crime Engage with young people to works toward reducing crime, and the fear of crime, in the North East.
1st Beacon Lough Girls Brigade Provide fun, structured sessions, aimed at developing personal skills and how to be good citizens.
The Country Trust Organise educational trips to farms for young people living in disadvantaged urban areas.
SUNDERLAND
Ryehope Allstars Marching Band Train young people to play musical instruments and to march, providing them with the opportunity to perform at exhibitions and competitions around the UK.
65th Sunderland (Thornhill) Scout Group Work to help develop young people to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
Squadron Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
3rd Washington Scout Group Work to help develop young people to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
2nd Herrington Scout Group Work to help develop young people to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
Sunderland Culture Limited *DISTRICT AWARD Manage Sunderland's most important cultural assets and activities, delivering exhibitions, performances and events. Award specifically for activities of SCL's Celebrate Different Collective, a group of ten young people from disparate backgrounds in Sunderland, who curate their own cultural events, work with artists and learn new skills.
Young Asian Voices Work mainly with Sunderland's Asian community, focusing on integration, multicultural issues and empowerment via training, education, health, work placements and volunteering.
4th Washington Scout Group Work to help develop young people to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
Box Youth Project Provide information, advice and support to young people living in Doxford Ward, as well as affordable leisure and educational opportunities. It also works with adults with learning and/or physical disabilities and other community groups.
1st Usworth Guides Provide opportunities for girls to thrive and give back to their communities, as they grow in confidence, form friendships and have fun.
Sunderland Samba Football Club A community football club for young people aged five to 25, providing football, volunteering, coaching, youth work and international exchange opportunities.
C.H.A.N.C.E. Run range of activities and services for local residents, including young people in the East End, including employability support, debt management and health and wellbeing.
111 Sunderland Squadron of the Air Training Corp Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
SOUTH TYNESIDE
Bright Futures North East *SECOND PLACE AWARD Work with girls and young women to raise their self-esteem and confidence around issues including alcohol misuse, domestic violence, unemployment and sexual exploitation.
Whitburn Sporting Youth Youth football club for under 15s, affiliated to the Durham County Football Association, that was set up during the Covid-19 pandemic.
15th South Shields (St Peter’s) Scout Group The Group promotes the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential, and to become responsible citizens.
The Wheels Project *DISTRICT AWARD Delivers the AQA unit award scheme in basic car/motorcycle maintenance, construction and hair & beauty to young people who are socially and educationally disadvantaged and in danger of becoming involved in crime.
South Tyneside District Scout Council Supports local Scout Groups across the area. In particular owns and runs Whitburn campsite that is used throughout the year by scouts and other youth groups from across the region.
3rd South Shields Sea Scout Group Run activities for Cubs, Beavers, Scouts and Explorers, promoting the development of young people in achieving their full potential as individuals and responsible members of their community.
Hindu Nari Sangh Provides traditional Indian and Bollywood dance classes, celebrations for Hindu festivals and multicultural events and activities for women and children.
324 South Shields Squadron of the Air Training Corps Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
Jarrow Unit 197 of the Sea Cadet Corps The Unit aims to help cadets become confident in new situations, feel more in control and how to make a good impression, encouraging them to listen and to support others.
South Shields Cricket Juniors Provide coaching and playing opportunities for all young people, as well as after-school sessions and transition days.
NORTH TYNESIDE
1151 Wallsend Squadron of the Air Training Corps Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
861 Wideopen Squadron of the Air Training Corps Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
1156 Whitley Bay Squadron of the Air Training Corps Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
Ocean Youth Trust North Uses challenging environment of the sea to foster teamwork, social skills and self-confidence in young people, primarily via the provision of residential voyages.
2344 Longbenton Squadron of the Air Training Corps Promotes & encourages practical interest in aviation and the RAF amongst young people, developing leadership and good citizenship.
North Tyneside Disability Forum (NTDF) *DISTRICT AWARD NTDF supports people, including young people, with disabilities via a wide range of activities, complementary health programmes and volunteering opportunities.
Wallsend Mini Soccer Project Provide after school clubs and school holiday coaching programmes in football, gymnastics and multi-skills for young people, as well as mentoring and sponsorship to help them gain coaching qualifications.
1st Wallsend Girls Brigade Work to enrich the lives of its members, develop their skills, and help them to make friends. Girls as young as four can participate and the Brigade also develops young leaders.
20th Whitley Bay Scout Group The Group runs activities for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts – have continued to engage with members virtually during lockdown.
Northumbria Police Cadets The Police upholds the law and protects vulnerable members of the public. It runs a cadet volunteer scheme for young people, where participants work alongside serving officers as part of a three-year programme.
5th Whitley Bay (St George’s) Scout Group Prepare young people with skills for life, offering Beaver, Cub and Scout activities on a weekly basis.
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