At the end of March, the Bath Chronicle launched their fourth year of 'Pride Awards'. Writhlington School Year 11 student, Lucia Robinson, could not believe that she had been nominated for her fundraising for CLIC Sargent, the Teenage Cancer Trust, Rainbow Trust and Ward 38 at the Bristol Children's Hospital.
Lucia was unable to attend the award ceremony, as she is in hospital following an operation, however, some of her closest friends, family and teachers attended on her behalf. Lucia has astrocytoma, a type of brain cancer, but in spite of this has worked hard fundraising, including the 'Go Blue for Lucia' campaign.
Year 13 student, Ellie Soccorsy, said: "I've known Lucia for about two years. We first met at a New Year party where neither of us knew anyone and we've been friends since. Lucia is so funny, positive and she's just a great person to know. I've been astounded by her strength throughout her illness, so I am ecstatic that how amazing she is has been recognised officially!
"Of course, we were all devastated that Lucia couldn't be there, but the support from everyone attending the event was fantastic. When Melina (Lucia's mum) went up to the stage to collect the award for Young Person of the Year, everyone waved and cheered Lucia (who joined in the celebration via FaceTime from the hospital). It was a wonderful privilege to know and be involved in the personal story of such an incredible individual."
Writhlington School Art Teacher, Helen Sen-Sharma, said: "All entrants had their own incredible story, selfless, personal achievement through adversity and making a difference to the community. We were all extremely proud to be there to celebrate a very special individual."
Ali Vowles, from BBC Points West, and Lucia's mother both agreed they would give her the award ceremony she deserves when she is recovered and well enough.
"I look forward to celebrating Lucia's success with family, friends, staff and students in the near future, taking time to recognise a very strong, understated, talented individual," added Helen.