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Youth Awards

Lots of children and young people in our city volunteer their time to go the extra mile for others—either individually or as a group. Their efforts help make Maastricht a kinder, more connected place. The municipality presents the Youth Awards to thank these inspiring young people. You had until 15 May 2025 to nominate your young hero(es).

2025 Youth Awards Winners

On Wednesday 18 June 2025, 6 young people from Maastricht received a Youth Award:

  • Lynn Onstein (age 13)
  • Demi Duijkers (age 9)
  • Fenna Geerkens (age 10)
  • Liliya Geerkens (age 8)
  • Hailey van der Veur (age 10)
  • Jaylinn Lemmens (age 10)

Find out more on our page Youth Awards Winners | Thuis in Maastricht. 

Nominations

Nominations are now closed.

Frequently asked questions

Got a question? Take a look at the frequently asked questions below. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Feel free to email us at jeugdlintje [at] maastricht.nl. 

  • Youth Awards can go to an individual or a group (such as a whole class). Nominees need to be between 6 and 18 years old. Anyone within this age range can be nominated—your neighbour, your older sister, someone from your class, your cousin or a friend from your neighbourhood.

  • Contributions could include helping a sick or older person, fundraising for a good cause or discussing violence or discrimination with peers. Playing an important role in a music, sports, or cultural group, or achieving something exceptional in another way. 

    For inspiration, you can check our page with past Youth Award winners.

  • Anyone, regardless of age, can nominate a child or young person. If you're under 18 yourself, please ask a parent, guardian, or adult to help you with your submission.

  • Please complete the nomination form to nominate your young hero. You'll need to explain why your nominee deserves a Youth Award, including: 

    • what makes their activity special
    • how it has had a positive impact on others
    • why the nominee sets a good example for other children and young people. 

    You'll also be asked to include details of at least 2 other people who support your nomination. These references should not be relatives of the nominee.

  • After you send your nomination, we'll get in touch with you soon to discuss the details.

  • Every nomination is reviewed by a committee of members of the municipal council, representatives from youth organisations and other members. The committee makes a selection and decides who gets a Youth Award.

  • The nomination and selection process should be kept as a surprise. So please don't tell your nominee about it.

  • The 2025 Youth Awards ceremony took place on Wednesday 18 June.