YMCA Peace Medallions recognize positive social change Hope exists in people who inspire peace

Waterloo Region – The YMCAs of Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo each seek nominations of individuals and groups who are making a difference in our neighbourhoods, schools, workplaces, and communities or across the world.

Nominations are being accepted in three categories:

· Strong Kid: This category recognizes young people under 19 years old who are acting today to change our world rather than waiting to be a leader of tomorrow.

· Strong Role Model: An adult (19 years +) who inspires others—especially kids—by demonstrating how we can all be socially responsible.

· Strong Community: A group can make a difference by thinking globally or acting locally. It could be a Waterloo Region based group or a local branch of a national or international organization.

The nominee must be in a volunteer role and can only be nominated in one category.

Nominations are open until October 19. Full details and an online nomination form are available at: ymcacambridge.com or kwymca.org. Nomination forms are also available at all YMCA locations. To learn more, contact: 519-741-8585 or international@kwymca.org . The recipients will be announced at ceremonies held at Cambridge City Hall and Kitchener City Hall in November.