Chair of the Girlguiding Anglia Awards Committee, Carol Roberts
On behalf of the Awards Committee, I would like to encourage all Girlguiding Anglia members to consider submitting nominations for fellow volunteers and young members for a range of guiding awards at regional and national levels.
We are looking forward to receiving applications from you for those members who you feel deserve recognition and thanks for what they do in guiding.
Many local guiding areas, such as Divisions or Counties, also have their own awards, so do take time to consider the most appropriate award for the nominee and seek advice from your local Commissioner or County Chair of Awards Committee too.
Nominations
The Girlguiding Anglia Awards Committee meets twice per year where it considers each nomination against the award criteria.
The next meetings and corresponding submission deadlines are:
• Saturday 26th January 2019. Deadline for nominations – Monday 17th December 2018.
• Saturday 15th June 2019. Deadline for nominations – Monday 20th May 2019.
For more information and to submit a nomination please contact the Anglia region office awards administrator at awards@girlguiding-anglia.org.uk
Given to members and non-members of Girlguiding as a sign of appreciation for their support.
Any member may present a Thanks badge after discussion with a leader or commissioner.
This brooch can be awarded by the Chief Guide, a Chief Commissioner or County Commissioner for good service to guiding.
Any adult member who volunteers regularly, irrespective of role, gender or age, is eligible for a Long Service Award.
The Anglia Brooch is awarded for commitment and level of service above 'the call of duty', notable display of courage, bravery or initiative.
For members under the age of 18 who have shown notable commitment or participation, made a notable difference to others, have empowered or influenced or demonstrated championing of the rights of young women.
This recognises young women in guiding who act as buddies, supporting their peers with additional needs within units, at events or on camps and holidays.
An award for any member up to her 26th birthday, who has displayed exceptional courage or who has shown great initiative or responsibility during an incident.
The Laurel Award celebrates exceptional service for members who have made a significant impact and contribution to both girls and adults and are respected by their guiding peers in making a significant difference in guiding.
Only a small number of these awards are granted and applications should reflect the nominee's outstanding service, which must be of an exceptionally high standard.