The Award
A rigorous view of youth-led service
YES Awards recognises eligible high-school students whose sustained community service demonstrates leadership, credible evidence and meaningful outcomes.
Judging principles
What reviewers look for
- Sustained duration and personal commitment
- Youth leadership and responsible decision-making
- Depth and scale of measurable community impact
- Evidence quality and beneficiary participation
- Sustainability, ethics and safeguarding
- Potential for learning, replication or continued value
Specific criteria and weights may vary by edition and are published before assessment. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.