Inspiration Award presented for recreational activity
The School & Recreation Council presented its 2025-2026 Inspiration Award for exemplary recreational activity during a ceremony this morning. The honor recognizes outstanding initiatives serving children and young people that reflect the goals of Reykjavík City's Education Policy regarding active participation, democracy, equality, and creative work.
Strong projects in after-school programs
In the after-school program category, Krakkahjálparinn í Eldflauginni (The Kids' Helper in the Rocket) took home the Inspiration Award. This initiative builds empathy, community awareness, and responsibility by empowering children to lead their own community projects. Participants practice democracy, collaboration, and initiative while actively shaping their immediate surroundings.
Barnablað Miðbergs (Miðberg Children's Newspaper), a collaborative after-school program project, also earned recognition. The publication fosters media literacy, a love of reading, and creative expression in children while providing a platform for their democratic participation. It also serves as a model for successful teamwork and shared professional development.
Creative and inclusive work with young people
The LGBT+ work-school group also won an Inspiration Award. This partnership between the LGBT+ youth center and the Drama School of Reykjavík City Theater focuses specifically on supporting marginalized young people.
The curriculum emphasizes creativity and innovation through drama, music, and dance. Through this program, young people can build their sense of identity, self-confidence, and social skills within a safe and supportive environment.
Strong collaborative projects recognized
Two initiatives earned honors in the collaborative projects category.
Farsæld til framtíðar (Prosperity for the Future) unites the Hundrað&ellefu and Bakki community centers with Hólabrekka, Fell, and Breiðholt schools. The effort aims to support overall student well-being, strengthen social skills, and ensure children and young people receive help when they need it most. This interdisciplinary teamwork among the parties clearly reflects the Education Policy's emphasis on professionalism, equal opportunities, and cooperation.
The Breiðholt Youth House also earned praise for its vital work with the 16+ age group. The program is a joint effort among the Miðberg recreation center, FB, and the South Center. It focuses on relationship-building and support for young people facing vulnerable situations. This outreach strengthens the identity and self-confidence of those outside traditional systems, creating real opportunities for active community participation.
