The aim of the Young Minority Ethnic Awards England is simple: to highlight the value of all those young people from Ethnic backgrounds who have inspired others and contribute to life in England.

The awards aim to acknowledge, encourage, reward and most importantly promote the positive achievements of young English people from minority ethnic backgrounds aged between 14 and 28 years.

The awards will:

• Acknowledge & highlight the achievements of young English People from minority ethnic backgrounds
• Educate the general public with examples of youth achievement.
• Encourage & motivate young English people from minority ethnic backgrounds at all levels in their chosen field of endeavour.
• Develop a sense of pride in being English
• Build self-confidence through rewards for excellence.
• Provide role models & mentors for our youth by highlighting their achievements and the pursuit of excellence.
• Develop and encourage leadership and life skills in young English People