Nominations now open for 2^nd Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards.

If you’re looking to nominate, we thought we’d take a look at each category and give you some examples of the kind of thing we’re looking for this year!

Environmental Volunteer of the Year is sponsored by Melin Homes.

This award recognises an individual who is committed to the promotion and protection of our environment, or the preservation of our rich cultural heritage.

For example, nominees may have

• Contributed to a project to preserve and conserve our natural environment.
• Dedicated their time to improving, maintaining or conserving a heritage project or site.
• Promoted or carried out projects to recycle, reduce waste or reduce their carbon footprint.
• Participates in a clean up project or local litter pick
• Support a community garden or park
• Organise a green agriculture initiative
• Take part in environmental protection projects
• Champions a sustainability programme
• Or take part in any other volunteer activity that supports the environment

So if you know someone who deserves a chance to be recognised for their commitment, dedication and hard work please take a few minutes of your time to nominate at this form: http://tvawales.org.uk/volunteer-awards/

Nominations close on 31^st July 2022, so you still have time.

Look out for more categories that we’ll be taking a closer look at, and other updates as the big day of 21^st October 2022 looms!

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