AND THE WINNERS ARE...
Click on the titles to find out who won the categories...
For something that makes people in power more aware of the need for change.
The world’s first virtual disability nightclub. Based in SecondLife, it is connecting disabled users and providing a platform for them to discuss common issues.
For something that helps me help myself.
This innovative site matches up would-be learners and would-be teachers; unleashing unused skills in local neighbourhoods and allowing people, from young whizz kids to retired people, to pass on what they know to others.
For something that brings two different groups of people together.
A programme that combines wireless technology and emergent arts/education projects, and works to engage socially excluded young people.
For something little that made a difference to a something big and powerful.
An online car-sharing system, enabling more efficient use of car journeys and cutting CO2 emissions and congestion.
For an individual.
After a series of large internet suppliers refused to provide broadband in South Witham, Lincolnshire, Helen started a not-for-profit company to provide local individuals and businesses with broadband internet and WiFi. The volunteer-led project has been so successful that Helen has even shared her expertise with the Australian Government!
For a community association or group.
A social networking site for young gypsy travellers, giving them a voice and the opportunity to change the way their community is perceived.
For an innovative new technology solution developed by a business.
A web-based employment solution, allowing people to find bits of work which they can do in between unpredictable commitments in their life, such as childcare, starting a business or studying.
This award is for the idea voted best by the public.
A skill, tool, space and land sharing website to build closer, stronger communities through the power of sharing.
Judges' commendation to LocalEyes and Harringay Online - projects that we expect to develop over the next 12 months.
The Shock for Good Award and The Young Achiever Award
To be awarded next year