A north-east circus troupe which works with vulnerable young people has celebrated a year of success by recognising the efforts of the area’s brightest talents.
Modo is a performing arts and youth work group based in Peterhead and operating across the north-east. More than 200 people attended the annual Modo Matters celebration.
In recognition of the achievements of Modo’s participants and volunteers, more than 200 Saltire Awards, Dynamic Youth Awards, Youth Achievement Awards and Young Aberdeenshire Volunteer Awards were presented.
The prizes come after thousands of hours of volunteering and work.
Presenting the awards were Mike Chalmers from energy giants Shell, who work with Modo for the annual Aden-een event, as well as Sergeant James Callendar[CORR] from the local police force and Aberdeenshire’s Deputy Provost Allison[CORR] Grant.
To break up the awards Modo volunteers put on a series of circus performances.
Councillor Grant said: “It was a great evening. I was absolutely bowled over by the courage and talent of the young people. Well done to them all.”
Mr Chalmers added: “I felt very privileged to be invited to the evening and share with the volunteers the joy of participating in an awards ceremony.
“I could feel the excitement and enthusiasm within the hall and I am sure that the pride within the participants gives them the enthusiasm and drive to reach such heights.”
Modo is currently overseeing a youth café in Peterhead’s town centre which caters for dozens of young people on week nights.
The aim is to provide “diversionary activities” such as video games, pool and basketball to keep youngsters getting involved in trouble. Police have praised the scheme.