Story by the New Deal executive team
BNDfC is celebrating its success after clinching two awards and receiving special recognition in two others at the NDC Achievement Awards 2004.
The awards ceremony, held in Birmingham and hosted by the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, saw BNDfC win the Social Cohesion Award for the annual Abbeyfield Festival that contributes greatly to the cohesion of Burngreave’s vibrant and richly diverse community. John Barber, Business Broker at Business in the Community, also walked away as the winner in the Personal Achievement Award for Business Partnership for his work supporting the business community in the area and BNDfC programmes.
Singled out for special recognition was BNDfC board member Aisha ‘Special K’ Wilson, who was runner-up in the Personal Achievement – resident category. She has made a huge contribution to the Burngreave community and BNDfC through her tireless voluntary work. Jackie Drayton, Councillor for the Burngreave ward and Chair of the Area Panel, was also a runner-up in the Personal Achievement – elected representative category for her significant effort as a ward member.
Says Jackie:
“I was proud to be proposed for the award and pleased to be given it, but I feel it’s important to stress that the work I’ve done with BNDfC is a joint effort and it couldn’t have been done without the help, support and hard work of the Area Panel Co-ordinator, Keiron Williams, Area Panel Support Worker, Marilyn King, members of BCAF and Fir Vale Forum, Officers from Sheffield City Council’s regeneration team, BNDfC Community Board members and BNDfC Staff – many thanks to them all.”