About the National Societies & Volunteering Awards

The Ceremony

You are warmly invited to Sheffield Students’ Union to celebrate the #NSVAs in style! The Awards Ceremony takes place on Wednesday 15th June 2022 and includes food, drinks, entertainment and, of course, announcing the Winners & Runners Up of the 2022 awards!

In the daytime we are also hosting an afternoon networking and development session including tours of the students’ union, workshops, and…cake!

Tickets are limited and will go off sale on 1st June 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

When do nominations close?

On Wednesday 11th May 2022, 12 noon

How much are tickets?

Full event tickets are £35 per person - this includes the Awards Ceremony & the Development Afternoon. Awards Ceremony tickets are £30 per person

Who are the #NSVAs for?

The National Societies & Volunteering Awards recognise the contributions of student volunteers and student-led societies from UK higher and further education institutions. All categories are open to both societies and volunteers. The Extra Mile category is the only category specifically for an individual.

Who should make the nominations?

Anyone! Although we recommend getting support from your volunteer centre, students’ union or volunteer leader as they often have lovely things to say about you/your project and will write a fantastic nomination!

How do I win?

Nominations are longlisted by a panel of sector experts, then sent to the judging panels. The judging panel for each award has representation from student leaders and sector experts in volunteering, student engagement and societies. They decide the Winner and 2 Runners Up per category.

What do I win?

All Winners receive a trophy and all Winners and Runners Up also recieve a certificate. We also showcase your efforts on social media and to the press!

Previous Winners

Read all about the winners of the #NSVAs in 2020 and 2021