The Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University is celebrating after winning a top award for one of its short films.
Last week, CEO Rose James and Jo Coates, university liaison officer, attended the Smiley Movement’s Charity Film Awards 2024 in London’s Leicester Square.
The charity’s film, An Introduction to Hull & East Yorkshire Children’s University, was up against 15 other charities in the £450k-£1million turnover category.
The film had been shortlisted thanks to the votes of supporters in the lead-up to the event, but on the night the decision came down to the panel of expert judges – and they named it the winner. HEYCU is the first Hull charity to receive the accolade.
Hundreds of people from the third sector joined a host of celebrities at the awards, as well as 250,000 people watching the livestream, to celebrate charities and the films that highlight their work.
This year’s awards saw record numbers of votes and people attending the event.
HEYCY worked with Influence Media on the film to highlight its work in inspiring local children growing up in disadvantaged areas who may not have the same opportunities as others.
Rose said: “We are delighted that our film resonated with the judges and are incredibly proud that it has now been viewed by so many people across the country. Being shortlisted was so exciting but winning this award is the cherry on the cake and a fantastic achievement for the entire team.”
To watch the film, visit: An Introduction to Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University
