Seen and Heard Awards

The partnership between BT and the UK Youth Parliament is now in its sixth year. A cornerstone of the relationship is the annual Seen and Heard Awards and accompanying report.

What are they?

The purpose of Seen and Heard is to recognise and reward the achievements of young people who have made a real difference to their own lives and the lives of others. We also recognise adults who have listened to and acted upon the voices of young people.

Seen and Heard Awards 2007

2007 saw the highest number of entries yet, and our panels of young judges had a tough task selecting the final 19 winners. Seen and Heard ceremonies took place in cities all over the UK including Leeds, Newcastle, Nottingham, Edinburgh, Cardiff and in the Houses of Parliament in London.

Last year the report went even further, catching up with four previous Seen and Heard Award winners to discover the legacy of their work. And in another first for Seen and Heard, the 2007 report lets you hear the winners' amazing stories in their own words.

"Each year the outstanding efforts of the young people, adults and organisations featured in the Seen and Heard report are an inspirational example to us all, and I’m delighted to say that this year is no exception."

Rt. Hon. Ed Balls, MP