MTM Awards
MTM The Community Awards CategorySeason 14 …celebrating excellence & achievements across our rich and diverse communities…
GOTTBEINITTOWINIT!
“When individuals, community champions, or businesses rise above and shine, there’s no better way to celebrate them than by nominating them for an MTM Award. A nomination is a powerful gesture of recognition – and for the finalists, it opens the door to a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the MTM Glittering Gala Award Evening. Here, winners receive a bespoke, exquisitely hand-crafted award, uniquely engraved to honour their remarkable journey. This is the pinnacle of appreciation.”
IF YOU ARE SELECTED AS A FINALIST, YOUR PRESENCE AT THE EVENT IS REQUIRED.
We Are M A D – Making A Difference!
MTM PEACHES GOLDING COMMUNITY GROUP AWARD
- LADIES IN HIGH HEELS PLYMOUTH CLUB - Founded by Elena Cornelia Agapescu in 2023, the group creates a safe, inclusive space where women connect, build friendships, share experiences, and support one another—an opportunity to discover their potential.
- WILTSHIRE MALAYALEE ASSOCIATION – Preserving Malayalee heritage and fostering belonging, guidance, and community support.
- GW VENTURE GLOUCESTER - a community-focused organisation supporting local people through practical opportunities, services and engagement. Its work strengthens connections, encourages participation, and creates positive outcomes across Gloucester’s diverse communities.
- MALAYSIAN COMMUNITY OF BRISTOL has built a strong legacy of bringing Malaysians together, celebrating Malaysian culture and traditions, supporting community connections and creating lasting friendships across Bristol’s diverse communities.
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V GOANIZZ SWINDON is a community organisation bringing people together through Goan culture, heritage and traditions. It provides a platform for social connection, cultural celebration and community engagement, helping preserve Goan identity while strengthening friendships and belonging in Swindon
MTM MUKHTYAR SINGH COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD
- KHALIL ADEN ABDI – Empowering youth through sport to combat crime, inspire dreams, and build safer communities.
- VANESSA BENTLEY – Bridging cultures and empowering Brazilian and Portuguese-speaking communities across Swindon.
- BEATRICE “LULU” BATEGEREZI – A dynamic change maker turning vision into action through leadership, creativity, and community impact.
- JERMAINE ATIYA-ALLA has broken barriers as Torbay’s first Black councillor, championing equality and inclusion. As Chair of the Racism Review Panel and a founder of Torbay’s multi-cultural network, he has amplified minority voices and strengthened community representation.
- Jordan Turner Swindon. After losing her brother to knife crime, Jordan Turner turned personal tragedy into action by founding ChangeLivesNoToKnives. She works with young people and communities to raise awareness of knife crime, promote prevention and teach life-saving bleed-kit skills.
MTM PAUL STEPHENSON UNSUNG HERO AWARD
1. NEVILLE CONNOR – Driving equity, inclusion, and collaboration to build stronger, more connected communities.
2. MARIO SAEED founded Trojan Free Fighters, transforming a neglected Bristol building into a haven for young people. By providing accessible martial arts, mentoring, food support, and knife-crime prevention, he has helped hundreds of young people build confidence, discipline, and brighter futures.
3.MIRANDA RAE - Miranda Rae, founder of Sound Women Bristol CIC and Station Manager at Ujima Radio, has spent 37 years championing equality, challenging gender and racial inequalities in media, and supporting people and organisations.
4. GEORGIANA RADU has given a voice to countless people living with endometriosis. Through her book and openness, she has broken stigma, raised awareness, offered strength and understanding, and helped foster greater empathy for those facing this often-overlooked condition.
MTM GLITTERING GALA AWARD EVENING!
MTM Award Winners will be announced on Saturday, 28th November, at the MTM Glittering Gala Awards Evening at Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre.
Enjoy the excitement and prestige of a diverse, world-class awards celebration at this black-tie gala evening.
Walk the Red Carpet
Through the majestic hotel doors and along the Red Carpet, before receiving a warm welcome drink.
Network
In a unique cultural environment with nominees and guests, connecting with thriving businesses, communities and cultures.
Dine in Style
Be shown to your table and enjoy premium waiter service, an exquisite plated dinner and unlimited soft drinks in the ballroom.
Experience the Entertainment
Enjoy a diverse entertainment programme and the opportunity to meet and greet celebrities and VIPs, with photo opportunities to capture the memories.
Dance the Night Away
Enjoy the After-Party with friends — included at no extra cost.
Take Home the Experience
Take home your MTM Awards souvenir and cherish this truly one-of-a-kind experience.
For more information, contact MTM Awards at info@mtmawards.co.uk
or call (+44) 780 780 2325.
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