Youth Board Seeking Nominations For 2021 Youth Service Awards

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Nominations are now being accepted by the Westchester County Youth Board and Bureau for the 2021 Youth Service Awards.

This year, with a continuing lens to racial equity and social justice, the Westchester County Youth Board will honor young people who have demonstrated leadership and/or strength and resilience in the face of adversity during the coronavirus pandemic.

Nominees must be a current high school junior or senior who is a resident of Westchester County.

These students should exhibit a commitment to and leadership in COVID-19 response, positive values and proactive identity as described more fully on the nomination form, which can be obtained by emailing YouthAwards@westchestergov.com.

The Youth Board will select up to five students for recognition at the Virtual Awards Ceremony to be held Oct. 7.

Nominations must be submitted electronically here no later than Sept. 10.

For more information, contact Mary Kate Cabaleiro at 914-995-3918 or by email.