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Blog posted by: Dean Blewitt, Senior Innovation and Investments Manager, January.

I recently had the privilege of attending the Good for Me, Good for FE Awards ceremony, held in the historic setting of the House of Lords in London.  

A nationwide initiative bringing together colleges and charity partners to encourage and calculate the value of volunteering and fundraising, Good for Me Good for FE is creating significant social impact. 

The purpose of this event – which was sponsored by NCFE – was therefore to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of staff and students from further education (FE) colleges across the UK, recognising their incredible efforts in volunteering and social action. It was a day filled with inspiration, pride, and a true sense of community. 

An afternoon filled with ambition and achievement 

The ceremony began with a warm welcome from Baroness Barran, who hosted the event in the grandeur of the House of Lords, overlooking the River Thames. It was a fitting venue to recognise the inspiring efforts of individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond to make a positive difference in their local areas. 

This year, 10 awards were presented to staff and students from participating colleges. Among the many inspiring winners were Suzanne Richards from Walsall College and Aimee Garratt from Dudley College, who shared the prestigious Overall Winner award for their resilience and transformative fundraising efforts.