In 2018 the Youth Libraries Group established its YLG Award, to recognise outstanding commitment and innovation for children and young people’s services carried out with public libraries. 

Past winners include Agnes Guyon, Olivia Barnden, Zoey Dixon, Jenny Hawke, Yvonne Manning and Carol Hayes.  After long deliberations, we are delighted to announce the shortlist for the YLG Awards 2025.

Tiffany Haigh – Kirklees Libraries.  Tiffany is a librarian for Kirklees Council.  She has been a judge for the Carnegie Medal for writing and illustration, has organised an innovative series of storywalks and is the Chair of YLG Yorkshire and Humber as well as being a part of National Committee.

Sue Prior – Bexley Libraries.  Sue is a Reader Development librarian based in Bexley.  Sue has been a dedicated and active member of the Youth Libraries Group in London and has sat upon the National Committee. 

Sarah Smith – Brent Libraries.  Sarah is a libraries development manager for Brent and works tirelessly to create opportunities for children and young people in her role.  She has sat on the Diverse Voices selection panel, is part of the Empathy Reads panel and has organised an incredible array of events and training through her career.

Congratulations to each of our three shortlistees.  The winner will be announced at YLG Conference, Journeys into Reading, in September.  Don’t miss your opportunity to be there!  Good luck to Tiffany, Sue and Sarah.

Photos show Tiffany Haigh, Sue Prior and Sarah Smith