Ambassadors

Hannah Cockroft MBE

Hannah is a wheelchair racer on the Great Britain Paralympic Athletics team. Her achievements so far include being 5 time Paralympic Champion, 10 time World Champion and the World Record Holder in the T34 classification over 5 distances on the track. She is the most successful British athlete ever on a World Championship stage.

Paul Chuckle

Paul Elliott is an English children’s entertainer, better known as one part of the double-act the Chuckle Brothers, known for their work on the BBC show ChuckleVision, which celebrated its 21st series in 2010 with a stage tour titled An Audience with the Chuckle Brothers”.

A word from Paul: “There are no words can express the bravery of these children more than the way they lead their lives. That says it all. Love and good luck to them all. We are all very proud of them.”.

Christine Talbot

Christine is a presenter on ITV’s Calendar.

In her words “I have been involved with the Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards for several years now, as a guest, presenting an award and one year as a host,  and I always come away in awe of the young people who are honoured.   It is so moving to see these amazing and often very humble children receive recognition in front of hundreds of people and I’m delighted to become an Ambassador for this very deserving charity.”

Louis Tomlinson

One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson has kindly agreed to be an Ambassador and the reasons he gave are:

“Children & Yorkshire! Two things close to my heart. It was a very easy yes when I was kindly asked to be an ambassador for the Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards. What these children achieve really is extraordinary, and I look forward to celebrating their bravery, generosity, selflessness and courage.”

Jack Carroll

Jack Carroll is a stand-up comedian, writer and actor who competed in the seventh series of Britain’s Got Talent, finishing runner up.

“I am proud to be associated with the great work done by all at Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards and want to say a huge thank you for all your help and support”.

Eorl Crabtree

Eorl Crabtree is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. He played at representative level for England, and at club level in the Super League for the Huddersfield Giants, where he spent his entire club career, primarily as a prop, but also as a centre, second-row or loose forward. He has been involved with YCCA for the last two years.

‘Friends’ of Yorkshire Children of Courage

Over the years we have made many friends amongst the Yorkshire business, entertainment and sporting communities and we are delighted to welcome them to this year’s event:

Mandy Taylor

I am honoured to carry the title of “Friend” having supported the awards since 2014.

A very proud “Yorkshire Lass” who is also fondly referred to as a “Charity Angel” who has dedicated her skill and goodwill to numerous good causes across the region over 15 years.  Recognised and respected in the charity sector, particularly for being instrumental in the establishment of a dedicated children’s Hospice in Huddersfield and an award winning children’s charity at Huddersfield Town Football Club.

Each and every year I am absolutely spellbound by the stories we hear on the night, at times moved, often uplifted but always proud as punch of the incredibly deserving children and young people who are celebrated in such fine style.

Jamie Jones-Buchanan

Jamie Jones-Buchanan is an English professional rugby league footballer who plays for Leeds Rhinos in the Super League.

An England International representative second-rower he has played his entire professional career to date with Leeds and has won four super league championships with the club. Jamie has supported Yorkshire Children of Courage Awards for the past 3 years.

Charlotte Newman

Charlotte Newman is an Ambassador for The Teenage Cancer Trust:

“I am honoured to be asked to attend the Awards and to be part of an event celebrating and recognising the work the Foundation does as well as acknowledging the children who are so inspiring”.

Claire Young

An entrepreneur and founder of business ‘School Speakers’ the UK’s No.1 speaking agency, working with school, colleges and universities providing talks, workshops and full day activities to young people.

A proud government adviser working on many successful initiatives, including enterprise education, SME growth, employability skills and the women in business agenda.

“YCCA awards event is my favourite Yorkshire event of the year! From start to finish there is an amazing atmosphere celebrating the success of children (and families) living with what many would consider challenging circumstances. Their tenacity, passion for life and sense of humour is an inspiration to everyone. They really do embody a JDI mentality, Just Do It!”.