The search is on to find Manchester's most 'outstanding' community champions.
The Outstanding Social Behaviour Awards - known as the OSBAs - is being held tomorrow (May 31). The awards are organised by the south Manchester-based peace campaign group CARISMA to recognise unsung heroes who work to create better, more peaceful and harmonious communities.
The OSBAs - the name of which is a play on the acronym ASBO - consist of six categories that highlight various aspects of exceptional social contributions:
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Young People: Acknowledging the remarkable efforts and achievements of young individuals who have positively influenced their peers and communities.
Manchester Peace: Recognizing individuals who have dedicated their efforts to promoting peace and harmony within the city of Manchester.
Peace Activist: Honouring those who have shown unwavering commitment to advocating for peace on a broader scale, making a difference in the world.
Positive Role Model: Celebrating individuals who inspire others through their positive actions, embodying values of kindness, respect, and inclusivity.
Cohesion/Diversity: Recognizing those who have actively worked towards building bridges and fostering inclusivity among diverse groups within the community.
Turnaround: Commending individuals who have overcome personal challenges and transformed their lives, inspiring others to do the same.
The winners will be chosen by a panel of community leaders and announced at an award ceremony held tomorrow evening.
"We are excited to deliver the Outstanding Social Behaviour Awards to shine a spotlight on those individuals who are making a real difference in our communities," said Professor Coun Erinma Bell MBE DL, the CEO of CARISMA. "Their exceptional acts of kindness, leadership, and advocacy deserve recognition and serve as an inspiration to others."
The OSBAs represent an opportunity to celebrate the positive impact of individuals and inspire a culture of outstanding social behaviour. This year's awards are supported by PromcamTake2 Media; Beaverbrooks; Pro-Manchester and Royal British Legion.
For more information, visit www.theosbas.uk.
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