Make a Nomination
Who Should We Celebrate?
Help shape the first Waltham Forest Windrush Awards by nominating someone whose story, contribution or service deserves to be recognised.
You do not need to write a perfect nomination. Tell us who the person is, how they are connected to Waltham Forest, what they have done and why you believe they should be celebrated.
Nominations close: 28 August 2026
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Who Can Be Nominated?
You can nominate someone who is:
- living in Waltham Forest;
- working in Waltham Forest;
- from Waltham Forest; or
- has made a significant contribution to Waltham Forest.
Choose an Award Category
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Young Person Award
Legacy Award - Franklyn Georges Civic Award
- Friend of Windrush Award
Online Nomination Form
Alternative Ways to Nominate
Prefer to Speak to Someone or Send a Voice Note?
07985 122 654
WhatsApp message or voice recording
07985 122 654
You can also complete a hand written nomination and post or hand it in to:
Waltham Forest Windrush Awards 2026 c/o SoulFoods Farmacy, 164 High Road, Leytonstone, London, E15 1UA.