{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ENomination forms have two purposes\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1.\u003C/strong\u003E For those reviewing the nomination form, it\u0027s the only information that can be used to decide on whether to approve an award or not, so it\u0027s vital the form is accurate and includes all relevant information.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2.\u003C/strong\u003E They support the individual who presents the award (if agreed) to make the event special by allowing them to recount accurate information rather than generic statements about the type of award being presented.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFilling in a nomination form as part of a\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/meritorious-conduct-and-gallantry-awards/\u0022 title=\u0022Meritorious Conduct and Gallantry Awards\u0022\u003EMeritorious Conduct/Gallantry award\u003C/a\u003E or a \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/good-service-awards/\u0022 title=\u0022Good Service Awards\u0022\u003EGood Service award\u003C/a\u003E can appear daunting, however the nomination form questions are set out to help anyone filling it in to structure their thoughts and provide a full picture of the individual being nominated.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGeneral citation writing tips\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGather information about the nominee from others who know the impact their work has had.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGet someone else, who doesn\u0027t know the situation, to read the information you\u0027ve collated, to see if they understand it. If not, amend the details to answer their questions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse the nomination form to structure all the points you want get across to the individuals supporting/approving the award.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFill out all sections of the nomination form with as much information as possible.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeel free to prepare the answers to all the nomination form questions before they are nominated via the membership system.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou do not have to complete the nominations form all in one sitting, so feel free to save your work and comeback to it at a later date (if necessary) before officially submitting the nomination.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDon\u0027t\u003C/strong\u003E inform the nominee that a nomination is being made. When nominating a young person for a Meritorious or Gallantry Award, it may be necessary to approach their family in strictest confidence but make it clear that an award may not be made.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf possible, include medical/emergency services evidence (where relevant).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake the nomination in a timely manner. The \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/uk-awards-team/\u0022 title=\u0022The National Awards Advisory Group\u0022\u003ENational Awards Advisory Group\u003C/a\u003E will usually only consider award nominations submitted within 12-18 months of the incident/issue.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#6310bc","title":"Specific tips for completing Meritorious Conduct/Gallantry award nomination forms","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclude examples/evidence of the nominees contributions and if possible, quantify the benefits of their contribution.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIt\u0027s vital that you capture what the nominee has achieved since the last Good Service award (if one has been awarded).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplain how their service is special and how well their duties have been performed. E.g. someone who has been running a good and lively programme, will almost certainly show an increase in membership or sustained full membership within their section. Explain how that differs from others doing a similar role.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFor someone who may be volunteering in a deprived area, the nomination form should mention how the nominee has managed to retain membership despite any difficulties.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#006ddf","title":"Specific tips for completing Good Service award nomination forms","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ESuggested citation enhancements\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0027s vital that nomination forms include all relevant information and the details are accurate so an informed decision can be made on whether to approve an award or not.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EQuite often, not enough detail is given, which makes the approval process much harder.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe following lays out some suggested enhancements that could be made to a Good Service award nomination form to make the approval process easier.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EOutline what this role involves and the time commitment the nominee puts i\u003C/em\u003En.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExample:\u003C/strong\u003E \u0027John has been involved in the Scouts since 1986. 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