IN 2017, the Lancashire Telegraph reported how the talented Aya Hachem, along with three friends, had been recognised for their work to raise awareness of a children’s charity.
Aya, Adelina Dida, Samia Abdelrahman and Nimra Saleem received national Star Awards from The Children’s Society.
The quartet were working on a project called Young Reporters, creating a film to showcase the work of the national charity in their roles as members of its North West Youth Advisory Group.
An awards event, held at Burnley FC’s Turf Moor, recognised the exceptional achievements, resilience and determination of children and young people who were involved with the charity.
Aya, who was one of the charity’s young trustees, said at the time: “I’m really happy about winning the award and through the film project I want to let people know more about what an amazing organisation The Children’s Society is.
“I’ve found their support really helpful. I used to get angry before but they have helped me to take a step back, breathe and think about things a bit more.”
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