To enter, please complete the following application forms. Where applicable, evidence of action plans, photographic evidence, video or testimonials are welcomed as appendices to applications.
Entering the Shine a Light Awards can be submitted in one of the following two formats:
1.Written application of no more than 1000 words (word count may vary, please refer to word allocation for each question).
2.Video application lasting no longer than 5 minutes, with a 200-word supporting statement.
All applications for Youth Justice of the Year Award must address the following questions:
1.How are young people’s speech, language and communication needs prioritised and supported within your setting or area? (max 250 words)
2.What effective strategies or policies do you have to identify young people with speech, language and communication needs? (max 250 words)
3.Who else do you work with to enhance support for young people with SLCN? (max 250 words)
4.What difference is your support for communication making to outcomes of young offenders? (max 250 words)
Guidance
Winning organisations or individuals will be those who clearly demonstrate:
•Evidence of activities undertaken to support and prioritise SLCN.
•The impact which activities have had, supported by documented evidence and anecdotal reports.
•How young people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) are identified and have their needs supported.
•How they have worked in partnership with other professionals and/or agencies to enhance support for young offenders with SLCN.
•How they have promoted staff training and awareness.
If you have any queries regarding your application, please contact our team at shinealight@pearsonclinical.co.uk
Read about last year's inspiring winners.