27/06/2026
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
ELCSA DURBAN CIRCUIT RECOGNITION AWARDS 2026
"Recognising Outstanding Young People Making a Difference"
Greetings in the Name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
The ELCSA Durban Circuit Youth League is pleased to invite nominations for the inaugural ELCSA Durban Circuit Recognition Awards 2026, which will be presented during the 31st Annual ELCSA Durban Circuit Youth League Conference, scheduled to take place from 01 – 05 July 2026 at Briardale Primary School Hall, Newlands West, Durban.
The purpose of these awards is to celebrate, honour and recognise young people within our Circuit who are making meaningful contributions in their communities, professions, congregations and society at large while embodying Christian values and serving as positive role models.
We believe that many of our young people are doing remarkable work that often goes unnoticed. These awards seek to acknowledge their achievements and inspire others to pursue excellence in service, leadership and personal development.
AWARD CATEGORIES
1. ENTERTAINMENT AWARD
This category recognises a young person who has demonstrated exceptional talent, creativity and achievement in:
Music
Dance
Drama
Poetry
Arts and Culture
Event Hosting and Entertainment
The nominee should have positively represented their community, congregation or organisation through their talents.
2. MEDIA AWARD
This category recognises a young person making a significant impact in:
Photography
Videography
Graphic Design
Social Media
Broadcasting
Journalism
Digital Content Creation
The nominee should demonstrate creativity, innovation and responsible use of media platforms.
3. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD
This category recognises a young entrepreneur or business professional who has demonstrated:
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Business Leadership
Job Creation
Community Economic Development
Preference will be given to young people who have successfully established or managed businesses while contributing positively to society.
4. COMMUNITY & SOCIAL ACTIVISM AWARD
This category recognises a young person actively involved in:
Community Development
Social Justice
Volunteerism
Charity Work
Youth Development
Advocacy Programmes
The nominee should demonstrate a commitment to improving the lives of others and creating positive social change.
5. EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARD
This category recognises a young person who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in:
Academic Excellence
Research
Innovation
Leadership in Education
Educational Development Initiatives
The nominee may be a learner, student, educator or academic whose work has positively influenced educational outcomes.
ELIGIBILITY
Nominees must:
• Be a member of the Youth League in an ELCSA congregation within the Durban Circuit;
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Christian values;
• Have made a notable contribution in the nominated category during the period 2025–2026.
NOMINATION PROCESS
Nominations may be submitted by:
Congregations
Youth Leagues
Church Leaders
Family Members
Friends
Community Organisations
Individuals
Each nomination must include:
• Full name of the nominee;
• Congregation
• Contact details;
• Category being nominated for;
• Motivation of not more than one page outlining achievements and contributions;
• Supporting evidence where available (certificates, photographs, media articles, links, testimonials, etc.).
CLOSING DATE
All nominations must be submitted on or before:
Monday, 29 June 2026 at 18h00
SUBMISSION OF NOMINATIONS
Nominations should be submitted electronically to:
Mpume Ndlovu : 081 522 7942
[email protected]
Phiwokuhle Buthelezi : 062 759 7346
[email protected]
