1V Awards 2027: Nominations Now Open

Nominations are now open for the 1V Awards 2027, celebrating the people, groups and organisations making a difference across Blackburn with Darwen.

Do you know someone whose dedication, achievements or community spirit deserves recognition? One Voice Blackburn is inviting you to share their story and put them forward for an award.

Nominations close on 24 December 2026.

Nomination categories

• Aya Hachem Young Person of the Year
• 1V Group of the Year
• 1V Health Award
• 1V Apprentice of the Year
• 1V Man of the Year
• 1V Woman of the Year

The 1V Awards 2027 are sponsored by Together Housing and Newground Together, and supported by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council.