Youth Careers Awards 2026

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Thursday 26th March 2026, 5 – 8 pm

Dress code: Smart

Thanks to our headline sponsor, and , and to the for their valued support, this event is possible.

Celebrating the achievements of the young people, communities and employers we work with is essential and after 13 years of the Spark! Awards, in 2026 we will be holding the first ever Youth Careers Awards.

On March 26th 2026 we will be coming together with all of our partners, volunteers, and young people, to recognise their commitment, passion and inspirational journeys. This has rarely been more important.

We would like to invite you to join us to celebrate, marking the successes achieved in the last year.

Awards Categories:

• Careers Leader of the Year
• Business Partner of the Year
• Work Experience Provider of the Year
• Work Placement Young Person of the Year
• School/Business Partnership of the Year
• SEND and Alternative Provision Collaboration of the Year
• Volunteer of the Year
• Mentor and Mentee of the Year

• Young Leader of the Year
• Special Recognition Award

Guest speakers: To be revealed soon

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