Promoting Independence Awards 2019
The deadline for entries and nominations is midnight on
Sunday 20 October.
The awards are an opportunity for people to get recognition
for their vital work over the preceding year.
The winners and nominees will be used as examples throughout the
following year to improve practice and raise awareness of new
approaches.
How to enter
The entry process this year has changed to make it easier for
all organisations to get involved with the awards.
Only one entry can be made per category per organisation, but
you can enter as many categories as you’d like.
There are also some new and different award categories and
criteria, designed to reflect changes in policy and
practice. This year’s categories are:
THE SHOWCASE AWARD FOR PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT
For people who have used services on their journey towards
independence and better wellbeing.
This is the most important award of the evening, recognising the
potential of people to overcome barriers and transform their
lives.
THE SHOWCASE AWARD FOR HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION
Sponsored by Crisis
For an organisation or service that has successfully prevented
homelessness in an especially new, effective or innovative way.
THE STRENGTHS AND SKILLS AWARD
This award recognises the work of organisations or services
which focus on people’s strengths and create opportunities for
people to develop their skills, self-confidence and
optimism.
THE PROMOTING INCLUSION AWARD
This award recognises organisations that have made considerable
efforts to promote inclusion or understand and address the issues
facing marginalised groups and communities.
THE EMBEDDING PIE AWARD
This award recognises the work of organisations or services
which focus on people’s strengths and create opportunities for
people to develop their skills, self-confidence and optimism.
THE COMMISSIONING BEYOND BOUNDARIES AWARD
This award recognises the achievements of organisations which
have worked across traditional boundaries to commission
person-centred, joined-up services.
THE SUPPORTING SURVIVORS AWARD
Sponsored by Welsh Women’s Aid
For action taken by organisations whose core business it is to
respond to violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual
violence.
THE CO-PRODUCTION AWARD
For treating people as equals in their own care or support
and give them real influence over the service and environment
around them.
THE INSPIRATIONAL COLLEAGUE AWARD
For individuals who have made a positive difference to their
organisations or people’s lives.
If you have any queries, contact Gwyn Thomas de
Chroustchoff, Events and Marketing Lead at Cymorth Cymru on 02920
553687 or email events@cymorthcymru.org.uk