Brooklyn Parkes, from Newark and Sherwood, was among eight inspirational young people recognised at Nottinghamshire County Council’s annual 4Uth Awards.

The annual event, taking place at County Hall, brought together the county’s eight district winners and their families, and included videos about each winner’s achievements, as well as musical performances from Inspire Youth Art’s Will Hickman and Meryx, and speeches from members of Youth Parliament and the Nottinghamshire young people’s board.

There was a total of 117 nominations received for the award, and all young people nominated received a certificate, nomination star, and letter acknowledging their nomination and achievement from the council’s head of Youth Services, Pom Bhogal.

Brooklyn was nominated for her role as a young carer for her sister, Teddy, helping her family give 24-hour care, including preparing meals, personal care, and providing mental and emotional support. She remains a happy young person, participating in projects at school and her youth club, continuously giving tasks 100% of her energy and time, and always wanting to help others.

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