Seven learners selected from
nearly 18,000 individuals across England have been awarded a
prestigious YMCA Training Achievement Award in honour of their
exceptional achievements.
The seven received their awards at the YMCA Training Annual
Achievement Awards ceremony held at the Palace of Westminster - an
event dedicated to celebrating outstanding success in learning.
The awards recognise how individuals have demonstrated
commitment, hard work and outstanding achievement during their time
with YMCA Training, through gaining qualifications, developing
personal qualities and obtaining a positive progression to further
education, training or employment.
Each of YMCA Training's programmes is represented at the awards,
including apprenticeships and foundation learning. This year,
two local employers were also recognised for their commitment to
work-based learning.
The event was sponsored by John Penrose, MP for
Weston-super-Mare, with the winners being presented their awards by
TV presenter Diane Louise Jordan and YMCA Training chief executive,
Anne Linsey,
Chief executive of YMCA Training, Anne Linsey, said:
"All of our award winners this year have shown real
determination and commitment towards achieving their goals.
They are an inspiration to all of us, and we wish them the best of
luck for the future."