The Philip Lawrence Awards work on many levels. They not only celebrate the outstanding achievements of young people in their communities and empower them to strive even higher. The young people are also heavily involved in the events running and direction of the Awards, and this engenders strong friendships and support networks.

Each year a diverse mix of past winners are invited back to help lead the nomination shortlist selection and judging processes, reflecting the PLA ideals of putting young people at the heart of the process. This has the added positive effects of boosting their skills and confidence as well as enabling them to be mentors for one another. The young people can mix and share ideas, problems and their different experiences, points of view and ambitions at these events.

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