For the organisation or initiative that made significant changes to how it works during the Covid-19 pandemic to better meet the needs of children and young people. Judges will want to see examples of innovation in overcoming practical challenges wrought by the pandemic, the impact of these measures, and how new ways of working that have endured as a result.
For the recruitment or training initiative that has done the most to improve the skills and ability of a workforce - across a sector, an organisation or team. This could be an innovative campaign to sell the benefits of working for your organization or a skills development programme that enables staff to enhance support. Entries will need to demonstrate impact which might include metrics such as reduced vacancy and sickness rates or positive workforce wellbeing surveys and show how the initiatives help improve services and outcomes for children.
For the public sector team that has made the greatest impact in improving the life chances of children, young people or families. Entries are open to teams and departments within local authorities as well as local health services and national public bodies. Entrants should demonstrate how the efforts of the teams and organisations have delivered lasting change for children and families and meets wider strategic aims.
For the initiative that has done the most to inspire children and young people in cultural activities, such as music, dance, drama or the visual arts, especially among disadvantaged groups, and where collaboration is shown between public services, the cultural sector and children and young people.
For the initiative that has done the most to inspire and enable young people to develop relationships with friends and family in all forms, throughout their lives, that are healthy, nurturing and dependable. The judges will be looking for examples where young people have played a key role in shaping the work, which is likely to be delivered mainly in a youth setting.