Top Award for Camden Army Cadet

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
DL Award

DL Award

Eighteen year old Cadet Corporal Connor Lincoln (18) of 233 Camden Detachment (Rifles) has been presented with the prestigious Deputy Lieutenant Award by Mayor of Camden, Councillor Abdul Quadir .

Connor was accompanied by his family at the Lord Mayor’s Parlour for the ceremony on Wednesday (9th May). Deputy Lieutenant Sir Ian Johnston CBE QPM DL read the following the citation from Connors commanding officer.

Cadet Corporal Lincoln has been a true asset to have in my detachment.  He has held many roles in the unit, most notably his current role as Senior Cadet. From knowing Cpl Lincoln when he first joined, I can honestly say how proud I am of him and mature he has grown. Cadets like Cpl Lincoln are the reasons why we do this job. Cpl Lincoln has been a role model to my cadets, from the recruits to the riflemen to the other NCOs.  He has nurtured them well.

The Deputy Lieutenant Award is an annual award which recognises achievement and outstanding service as one of London’s Cadets. (Only 60 are awarded throughout all London to all cadet services).

 

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Top Award for Paddington School Army Cadet

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Victoria receives award and congratulations from the Lord Mayor

Victoria receives award and congratulations from the Lord Mayor

Cadet Lance Corporal Victoria Large (15) a Year 10 pupil at Paddington Academy has been presented with the prestigious Deputy Lord Lieutenant certificate by the Lord Mayor of Westminster  The Right Worshipful Susie Burbridge.

Victoria was accompanied by her parents, her sisters and staff from the school at the Lord Mayor’s Parlour for the ceremony on Wednesday ( 21st March).
Deputy Lieutenant Brigadier Paul Orchard-Lisle CBE TD DL MA LLD DSc FRICS read the following citation:
“Lance Corporal Victoria Large joined the detachment when the unit first opened; she was quite a shy girl but was very keen to join the cadets. Since then, Lance Corporal Large has gone from strength to strength, attending many camps including Easter camp usually in Wales, First Aid camp, Annual camp and Fieldcraft weekends. She has also taken part in community projects and also collecting for the Royal British Legion for Remembrance Day. Lance Corporal Large has a very important role within the unit, she commands one of the unit sections and has taken the role of duty NCO many times. Her drive and determination is only surpassed by her commitment to the detachment and the Army Cadet Force.”
Says Vicky “I am completely overwhelmed at receiving the award, and never expected to have even been considered. I really enjoy the ACF and it has given me the opportunity to do so many amazing things.”
Paddington Academy staff Mrs Kellie Reichard, her head of year and Miss Alina Alecu, who attended the award ceremony said that the Academy was immensely proud of Vicky receiving this amazing award.
The Deputy Lieutenant Certificate is an annual award which recognises achievement and outstanding service as one of London’s Cadets. (Only 60 are awarded throughout all London to all cadet services).
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Greater London cadets reach final selection for prestigious national award with education charity CVQO

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Jessica Garrod ATC & Precious Oyelade SELACF

Jessica Garrod ATC & Precious Oyelade SELACF

On the 11th April, 18 year old Precious Oyelade of South East London ACF and 18 year old Jessica Garrod of 452 (Hornchurch) Squadron, London Wing ATC, plus 19 more young competitors will face a challenging 36 hour assessment in the Quantock Hills in Somerset to determine which of them, selected from over 20,000 young people earning extracurricular qualifications with educational charity CVQO, can prove themselves worthy of the top prize.

The participants, all members of UK youth organisations, have been chosen to compete in the last round of selection for the Duke of Westminster Award 2012. The prestigious competition is organised by CVQO and sponsored by the organisation’s patron, the Duke of Westminster. Not only are the hopefuls competing for the highest accolade of being named winner, but also for a place as one of the top nine learners to participate in a three week expedition to South Africa.
The event will test communication, teamwork and leadership skills through a variety of demanding physical and mental tasks. This year, 250 entrants were nominated for the award. These are young people who possess a wide range of skills and abilities and have overcome personal challenges, as well as demonstrating a consistently high level of commitment to their communities and their peers. In addition, the activities undertaken during the challenge will meet the criteria for each candidate to achieve a Level 3 Award in Leadership from the Institute of Leadership and Management.
Precious has completed the CVQO-led BTEC Diploma in Public Services. She says,
“CVQO delivers more than just a course, they teach you professionalism. These courses provide you with a way of improving your own character and the opportunity to develop yourself, not to adopt anyone else’s way. When it comes to actually completing this course, the support you receive is phenomenal, everything is taken at your pace. So there is nothing to lose, yet so much to gain. In further education, the qualification will definitely be useful in making me more outgoing when placed into a team. Thus I will be able to communicate confidently with the other members in a cooperative way. My college thinks it is great in creating a well-rounded student who is able to go beyond the academic and engage in other types of projects to help enhance my employability.”
Jessica’s ambition is to become a professional musician in the RAF Central Band.
Jessica says, “I have already achieved the required standard for the entry to be a musician by completing the CVQO led BTEC in Music. It has shown that I am committed and prepared to work independently to broaden my musical experience, which I feel makes me a better candidate.”
“As an individual I find traditional exams quite challenging, but by completing the BTEC’s I have been able to gain extra qualifications by working at my own pace without the stress of having to sit exams. This in turn has raised my self-esteem, self-confidence and work ethic which has also been reflected in my studies at college.
Edward Woods, Chief Executive of CVQO and head of the selection panel, said, “These cadets are the cream of the crop of over 20,000 CVQO learners. They have done extraordinarily well to get as far as the finals, but this week will prove to be the real test. The fantastic 3 week South Africa trip should be a real incentive!”
The nine finalists will be announced at the end of April and will attend an awards ceremony and luncheon in June, where the Duke of Westminster Award winner and runners up will be announced. All finalists will then participate in the expedition to South Africa.
In addition to other qualifications, all participating cadets have gained BTEC diplomas with CVQO, and cite this learning experience as invaluable to their future educational and career development.
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Honour Guard for Queen’s Harrow visit

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Guard of honour group

Guard of honour group

Army Cadets from Harrow ( Royal Army Medical Corps)  and Kingsbury ( Royal Engineers) were among the many uniformed youth groups who provided an Honour Guard for the arrival of HM Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at the Krishna Avanti School in Harrow today (29th March).

As part of the Queen’s Jubilee tour the Royal visitors were entertained with music, song and dance from a huge range of cultures and traditions.

Cadets were on hand to distribute programmes, and to assist some of the hundreds of invited guests.

Harrow Army Cadets Officer Lieutenant Mike Ryan who was in charge of the Honour Guard said “All the preparation has been worthwhile for this really happy day, and the all young people have done us proud. ”

Leader of Harrow Council Councillor Bill Stephenson was most appreciative of the help and support given by the Cadets and Youth Groups and the Armed Forces in the Borough. Both the Mayor and Councillor Stephenson are pictured with the young people as they prepared for their duties.

 

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YOU groups line Queen’s route

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Her Majesty The Queen visits Valetines Park
Her Majesty The Queen visits Valetines Park

Redbridge Volunteer Police Cadets had the honour of seeing Her Majesty The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh yesterday during her Diamond Jubilee tour.  The Police Cadets along with the other uniformed YOU London groups lined her route through Valentines Park in Redbridge.

Thousands of members of the public attended the park and cheered the Royal party as they walked past.  Head Cadet Zainab Abbas had the special role of assisting the Ladies-in-waiting with all the gifts and flowers from well wishers.

The Duke and his Equerry both commented on how smart all the YOU people were.

The Mayor of London Boris Johnson also attended the day and took the time to shake hands with members of the public.

Redbridge Head Cadet Zainab Abbas said: ‘Seeing the Queen today was a wonderful experience. The public were so excited and the atmosphere was great. It turned out to be the perfect day for it with the sun out!’

Redbridge Borough Commander Sue Williams said: ‘I was very proud of the MPS cadets and the role they played in the visit by the Queen to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee. They all looked very smart and acted with the utmost professionalism and played a vital role on the day to ensure the safety of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh. They are role models for other young people on the Borough and were a credit to the MPS on such an important occasion.

Deputy Lieutenant Col. Paul Acda said: “All were most impressed by the enthusiasm and  turnout of the members of the YOU organizations that lined the route into  Valentine’s Park. In effect these young people welcomed HM The Queen and Prince  Phillip to Redbridge. It was a testament to the organization within each  contingent, and the work of PC Amanda Miller, the Redbridge YOU Coordinator that  over 400 members of YOU Redbridge took part in this historic  event.”

 

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Volunteer Police Cadets win National Crimebeat Award!

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Evon Wheeler

On Thursday 21st March, Ten Police cadets from across London were presented a National Crimebeat ‘Special Achievement’ award by the High Sherriff of Greater London, Lady Elizabeth Arnold. Lady Elizabeth Arnold sponsored the VPC programme for this award, after she visited cadets in Hammersmith and Fulham and participated in their leadership and team building lessons run by PS Philip Ross Martyn. Lady Arnold said she was delighted to support the VPC programme having been impressed by its scope and the important opportunities it offers young people in London.

The Metropolitan Police Volunteer Police Cadets Programme won the award for its outstanding contribution to building bridges between the police and young people in London.

National Crimebeat, the charity of the Association of High Sheriffs of England & Wales, encourages young people to get involved with and take responsibility for crime reduction projects in their local communities, and traditionally focuses on recognising projects run independently by young people. However, the judging panel were so impressed with the work of the VPC that they created an extraordinary award to recognise the value that cadets and their adult leaders give to London. The judges were particularly impressed at the programmes proactive work in the aftermath of the August disorder, which saw cadets out in force across London’s most affected areas, helping to re-build communities and the public image of young people, both of which were so damaged by the disturbances.

The Volunteer Police Cadet programme is the primary youth engagement and diversion programme run by the Metropolitan Police for young people between 14 and 18 years old, and including those who have been or are vulnerable to crime and/or social exclusion. There is at least one cadet unit in every London borough.

DAC Steve Kavanagh said: “I was delighted to see the VPC receive this award. I am constantly impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment of our cadets, especially those who are turning their lives around. Engaging and working with young people in this way is a key part of our operational responsibility to London, and the VPC are a shining example of how we do this.”

Hackney cadet Zakariya Ahmed said: “It was great to receive recognition and be rewarded by patrons of our society for our work with cadets. It was also great to see that there are many other young people across the country engaging in positive actions, defeating the stereotype put on youngsters by the media in society today”

 

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Volunteering Event – Date for the diary

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Evon Wheeler

If you want to volunteer and help change lives then we have the perfect opportunity for you. We need adult volunteers so we can expand the number of young people aged 14-19 who have the opportunity to join Volunteer Police Cadets. We are holding an event on 1st May at 6pm in Central London for anyone interested in volunteering with us.

On the evening you will have the chance to meet some of our amazing cadets, find out about the recruitment process, ask any questions you may have and speak to existing volunteers who can tell you exactly what to expect when volunteering with the Volunteer Police Cadets.

If you would like to attend please email cadets@met.police.uk or visit www.met.police.uk/cadets for more information.

 

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Cadets win Team London Award

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Team London awards

Gwanwyn Mason being presented with the VPC Team London Award

On Thursday 1st March the Volunteer Police Cadets (VPC) won the prestigious Team London Award for ‘Best Group Volunteering effort’ for ‘Improving Community Safety.’

This was the first annual Team London awards held at City Hall and hosted by the comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli. The award for ‘Improving Community Safety’ was presented to Gwanwyn Mason VPC Programme Development Manager by Richard Taylor OBE and the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.

The voluntary work the cadets are involved in ultimately reduce crime and the fear of crime for communities in London by supporting local policing. We are also the only the uniformed youth organisation with a stated objective of having 25% of our membership being young people who have been identified by the MPS, our partners and communities as being vulnerable to crime and social exclusion. Through the voluntary work, training and qualifications the cadets receive they are able to enhance their CVs and eventually their job & college prospects.

Chief Superintendent Chris Bourlet OCU Commander for the Volunteer Cadets said, “This is great recognition for the excellent work the Cadets undertake across London. Every Borough has Cadet units and they not only provide opportunities for young people, but give a valuable service at the same time. I would like to thank all the Cadets and Staff who have given up thousands of hours of their own time to make London safer.”

Dale Robinson Volunteer Leader at Barnet said: ‘Winning the award was a great achievement for the VPC, but the real reward is volunteering your time to improving the lives of others
We are always looking for volunteers leaders to support the cadets so if you would like to find out more about how you can get involved please email cadets@met.police.uk
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Cadets Excel at Total Policing Awards

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Grant Fulker at the Commissioner's Excellence in Total Policing Awards

Grant Fulker at the Commissioner's Excellence in Total Policing Awards

On Tuesday 28th February 2012 at Central Hall Westminster, three of our cadets attended the Commissioner’s Excellence in Total Policing Awards. All three cadets had been short listed for the Total Policing ‘Cadet of the Year’ category.

The event was hosted by LBC Radio Broadcaster Nick Ferrari. The Commissioner, Bernard Hogan-Howe QPM and The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson was also on hand to present some of the awards.

All three cadets were worthy finalists; Zoe Green from Southwark, Oliver Bryce from Redbridge and Grant Fulker from Sutton. They were all nominated for their commitment to the Volunteer Police Cadets and because of the high number of hours they volunteer in support of policing.

The prestigious award was presented to Grant Fulker. Grant as well as volunteering with the VPC also volunteers with Activenture assisting at residential breaks for young people, he is involved with the charity Jigsaw 4 Youth and Jigsaw 4 You International, working for children in the UK and Africa, to prevent Child Trafficking and provide clean drinking water.
Grant is instrumental to running ‘Police Academy’ an after school activity, which is a Borough SNT initiative to provide an insight into Policing, and instil community values to students in their final year of Primary Education.

Cadet of the Year winner Sutton VPC Grant Fulker said: “I feel so honoured to have won this award and it makes me feel proud of all my work I’ve done as a Volunteer Police Cadet. I would like to thank PC Peter Lytton for nominating me.”

Chief Superintendent Chris Bourlet, OCU Commander for the Volunteer Police Cadets said: “I am very proud of our police cadets. They do so much good work in their communities across London. The awards today highlight everything positive about our young people and I add my congratulations to all those nominated and Grant in particular for showing us the positive things that cadets can do.”
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Enfield Army Cadet Leader honoured

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Evon Wheeler
Wing Commander Mike Dudgeon presents award to Capt Collett - husband Ray Collett

Wing Commander Mike Dudgeon presents award to Capt Collett - husband Ray Collett

Captain Janet Collett, Staff Officer of the Army Cadets’ 23 Company in Middlesex and North and West London, stepped forward for an honour at the annual awards ceremony at the Handel Street TA Centre Camden in front of a packed room of dignitaries led by HM Queen’s representative Vice Lord Lieutenant of London, Wing Commander Mike Dudgeon OBE., DL.

For her long and dedicated work with the Army Cadet Force she has been awarded the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association Certificate of Meritorious Service.

Accepting the award she said “This is a great award and I am very honoured to receive it. I only wish that my father could have been here to see this. My husband , father and son have each in their turn received this award and now I have kept the family tradition alive. Adult volunteers all around London are giving their time to help teenagers ever night of the week, and I’m very proud to be given this recognition.”

Janet from Enfield has been involved with Army cadets for over fifteen years.

More info about your local Army Cadets at www.armycadets.com. Cadets are aged 12-18 and Volunteer Leaders aged 19-55.

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