The Awards were founded in 2008 by Anne Morgan, the then High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan, who recognised that many young people in the County were unsung heroes taking part in numerous aspects of volunteering work and projects which were way beyond what could be expected of them.
Why was the Scheme set up? Much had been heard about difficulties young
people encountered in today's modern society. They suffer from pressures
unheard of twenty five years ago; pressures which can lead to crime and ill
health. This Award sought to seek out individual young people who rise above
these pressures and contribute to their communities. It promotes and encourages in a positive way
the good work that is being undertaken by youngsters across the County of Mid
Glamorgan.
Two main sponsors, Sony UK and Ortho
Clinical Diagnostics came on board at the start and other sponsors soon joined.
In addition, right from the beginning, the South Wales Police have given their support and allow details of the scheme plus entry forms on their web site www.south-wales.police.uk Search High Sheriff Awards. Also, further information can be found on the High Sheriff Awards website which is www.highsheriffawards.wales
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