A 17-YEAR-OLD from Burnham, who refused to turn a blind eye to anti-social behaviour, was presented with a winner’s certificate in the Pride of Somerset Youth Awards.
Kirsty Hembery, who is a member of the youth town council, responded to research that had shown her area suffered from alcohol and drug abuse, anti-social behaviour, graffiti and criminal damage.
She played a key role in setting up a youth café to tackle the problems. The café aims to promote a sense of well-being through enjoyment and achievement while encouraging respect and pride.
Her achievements include successfully persuading a funding panel to part with more than £5,000 to get the project started.
Her nomination said: “She has shown responsibility and maturity beyond her years.”
Click on the Related Link, right, for a Youth Awards photo gallery.
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