Black History Youth Awards

The Black History Youth Awards will be taking place in Cardiff. This special awards evening recognises young people, community champions, creatives and organisations whose commitment and leadership continue to strengthen communities across Wales. Guests will hear inspiring stories, celebrate achievement and connect with people creating positive change through culture, service, education, creativity and community action.

We are also inviting organisations and individuals to nominate outstanding young people in these areas:

Young Leader

Outstanding Academic Achievement

Good Citizen

Entrepreneur

Science and Innovation

Visual Arts

Performance Arts

Sport

Special Awards for Public Service to Wales

Creative Industries

Young Volunteer

Young Carer

Open Category

If you know any exceptional young people ages 13 – 30 who can fit these criteria, please submit their names on this submission portal. The portal is open now and will close on 20th October. Nominees can be awarded with up to 3 categories. The time to nominate is now, please do submit any suitable young people that you know so that they can have a chance to be recognised and commemorated. The link to submit is below :-

https://bhya2026.paperform.co/

Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday 11th November 2026

⏰ Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

📍 Venue: Senedd, Cardiff Bay, CF99 1SN  

This inspirational event will feature live performances and opportunities for young people to be championed.

We look forward to warmly welcoming you and your organisation for our event.

Thank you for your co-operation,

Black History Cymru 365