The Changemaker Prize recognises Homerton students and ambassadors who have made a significant difference for social good during their time at College. It recognises students who are inspiring and influencing, students who are making a difference whether through volunteering, enabling others, starting initiatives, or advocating for a thriving world in the systems in which they work. APPLY NOW for the grant by 27 October 5pm
In this context ‘significant difference for social good’ is interpreted broadly. For example:
•making positive social or cultural impact at College, in an organisation, Department/Faculty, or community
•making a positive change that benefits peers in or beyond Cambridge
•initiating or building a community-based project, social venture, start up or other enterprise which prioritises connectedness, conscience and compassion
•volunteering in or assisting existing organisations
•advocating or campaigning
•writing or artistic practice
This isn’t an exhaustive list - you can propose anything which aims to create a thriving world.
This year two prizes worth up to £250 will be awarded to any current Homerton students for activity during their time at Cambridge. The prizes are proudly supported by our Associate Fellow and alumnus Pooya Kamvari
Qualities recognised by the prize include:
•leadership - what have you made possible, what difference have you made?
•vision - how have your actions expressed the vision you have for a thriving world?
•connections - what is the scope of your work eg: what organisations, communities or groups have you worked with? Who has been involved?
•Inspire and Influence - how has your work affected others, inside or outside College? Are there markers of esteem or recognition you could share?
Describing the effects of the kinds of activities listed above can sometimes be challenging. We ask applicants to give concrete examples wherever possible of the work done and the influence it has had.
Two prizes will be awarded annually, and winners will be awarded their prize at Homerton College annual Foundation Dinner in Michaelmas term.
Eligibility
The Changemaker Prize is open to all current Homerton students and Ambassadors, including those completing their programmes in 2024, regardless of their level of engagement with the Changemakers programme. We feel this is an important part of recognising the diverse ways that people and communities work to enable positive change.
Judging Process
Applications will be judged by a panel comprising two College Fellows and a member of the Changemakers Steering Group.
Nominations will be assessed using the criteria above:
•leadership
•vision
•connections
•Inspire and Influence
The winners will be informed in late October and will be invited to the Foundation Dinner (November 2024) to accept their prizes.
