Mayo Garda Youth Awards 2026 are launched
Organisers of the Mayo Garda Youth Awards are pictured at the launch of the event in Breaffy House Hotel recently.
The Mayo Garda Youth Awards 2026 were launched on February 17th last at Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar.
The Youth Awards, which are being held in association with Breaffy House Resort, celebrate outstanding young people between the ages of 13 and 21 years and recognise that a lot of good work has and continues to be done by young people who by their presence make their communities a better place to live.
There are four categories: Individual Award – Making a positive contribution to their community, making it a better place to live; Group Award – Groups of two or more making a positive contribution to their community, making it a better place to live; Special Achievement Award – Overcoming difficult circumstances, defied the odds, and whose commitment deserves recognition; Community Safety Award – Through a crime prevention or safety initiative/innovation made their community a safer place to live.
Application forms can be obtained by emailing MayoGardaYouthAwards@garda.ie or contacting 096-20567 and requesting same.
