Macra recognised the outstanding dedication, leadership, and volunteerism of its members at a special awards ceremony recently.
This was held following the National Training Day in the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise, on Saturday, September 27 and Laois had two winners.
The day featured the final of the Macra National Leadership Awards, where finalists completed a problem-solving session followed by individual interviews with the judging panel.
Each finalist was honoured with a President’s Medal, with three exceptional members going on to receive the prestigious Macra National Leadership Awards.
The evening also saw the presentation of the Volunteer of the Year Awards, which recognise the unsung heroes in clubs, counties and regions across the country.
Joanne Teehan, Mountmellick Macra, won two awards – President’s Medal and National Leadership Award.
While Joe Foyle, Durrow/Abbeyleix Macra, was a Volunteer of the Year Finalists for Leinster.
Speaking at the event, Macra National President Josephine O’Neill congratulated all recipients, saying: “Our Leaders and Volunteers of the Year have shown exceptional commitment to their clubs, counties and regions.
“They represent what it truly means to lead in Macra. They have driven their clubs, supported their fellow members and led with vision and heart.
“Congratulations to all those members who participated in the competitions, particularly to our Leaders of the Year and Volunteers of the Year.”
The awards evening brought together members from across the country to celebrate the spirit of leadership, teamwork, and volunteerism that defines the organisation.
