The Angela Joss 'Bee You' Memorial Award 2025
We are delighted to open nominations for The Angela Joss ‘Bee You’ Memorial Award 2025, a tribute to an extraordinary woman whose kindness and determination changed lives.
Angela was a true force of nature, dedicated to making the world a better place. She overcame challenges with resilience and poured her heart into helping others achieve their dreams. It is only fitting that nominations open on March 8th—International Women’s Day and Angela’s birthday—a perfect day to honour inspiring women like her.
Last year, we received over 30 incredible nominations, and we are excited to see the inspiring individuals who will be recognised in 2025.
The 2024 award was presented to Rachael Lucas for her Rocks for Mental Health project. Rachael paints stones with uplifting messages, glazes them, and leaves them around Aberdeen to bring joy to others. She has also dedicated herself to volunteering with both shmu and Seaton Community Centre, determined to support and help others.
Rachael shared "It was an absolute honour to be nominated in memory of such a wonderful and special woman. I am incredibly grateful for all the support I have received on my own mental health journey and with Mental Health Rocks. It never crossed my mind that I’d be put forward for an award, but this will stay in my heart forever. Together, we will support one another through our journeys—whatever they may be."
Nominate Someone Who Inspires You
This award honours Angela’s legacy by recognising individuals who embody her values:
- Community Spirit – bringing people together and fostering a sense of belonging
- Championing Others – supporting and uplifting those around them
- Overcoming Challenges – demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity
- Spreading Kindness – making a positive impact on others
Angela was a true community warrior who showed compassion, kindness, and love to all—including the bees.
Nominations are open until Sunday 13th April.
Help us celebrate those who, like Angela, make a lasting impact on their communities.
You can nominate someone by using the QR code in the graphic above or following this link: https://forms.office.com/e/4eEBKxPVue
