A celebration of older people who have and
continue to shape our world.

On Friday 6th June 2008 at the Hilton Hotel, Belfast, Age Concern Northern Ireland will celebrate the first year of the Inspirational Older People Awards in association with Tyrone Crystal. This will be a very special event which recognises the achievements of older people who have and continue to shape our world.

We want you to get involved by nominating inspiring older people from Northern Ireland who have shown their dedication to improving our society and helping others.

The awards are open to anyone wishing to nominate a person aged 65 and above from or living in Northern Ireland. Anyone can make a nomination and there is no limit to the number of nominations an individual can submit. There are 8 award categories to choose from, a panel of distinguished judges will select the winner of each award.

The awards are a unique opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of extraordinary older people while helping support the work of Age Concern Northern Ireland.

Do you know someone, a friend, colleague or relative who deserves this special recognition? If so, Age Concern Northern Ireland is asking you to make a nomination in the following categories.

Award Category:	Life Time Achievement Award
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Awarded to:	The most prestigious award of the event will be presented to an exceptional person who has encouraged and influenced many people and has made an outstanding contribution to our society.

Award Category:	Outstanding Achievement in Education
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Awarded to:	This award will be given to an older person who has achieved educational success later in life.

Award Category: Carer of the Year Sponsored by: Awarded to: This award will recognise the commitment of an older person who provides care and support to others in need.

Award Category:	Outstanding Contribution to Sport
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Awarded to:	This award will recognise the outstanding contribution of an older person to sport in Northern Ireland either as a participant or in a support role.

Award Category:	Outstanding Contribution to Volunteering
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Awarded to:	This award recognises the significant contribution of an individual to their community and fellow citizens either through volunteering their own time or by encouraging others to volunteer.

Award Category:	Outstanding Achievement in ICT
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Awarded to:	This award will be made to an individual who has used ICT in a particularly original, novel or creative manner to have a positive impact on their community.

The closing date for entries is noon on Friday 25th April 2008

To nominate an Inspirational Older Person send your nomination to:

Inspirational Older People
Age Concern Northern Ireland
FREEPOST BEL 1638
3 Lower Crescent
Belfast
BT7 1NR

Or email csmyth@ageconcernni.org

You can use the nomination form which can be returned by email or post

Alternatively, send us an email or a letter. Please state the name, address and contact telephone number of your inspirational older person, select the category in which you are making the nomination and include a brief description of why this person deserves the award.

Each submission should be specific to the category for which it is to be considered and make sure you clearly state the contribution made by the person you are nominating.

Can’t think what to write – click here to see some samples.

Nominations must be received by noon on Friday 25th April, 2008 to be considered for IOPA 2008. All nominations received after that date will be considered for IOPA 2009. The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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