Here are your finalists for the Pride of Cumbria 2025 Caring for the Community Award
Nominees for the award 'exemplify compassion, empathy, and dedication' in their field.Hayley Graham- The Lookout Community Hub
Hayley Graham (Image: Supplied) Hayley is a manager of the lookout community hub in Raffles, Carlisle.
Her nominator said: "She has put the community at the forefront of everything she does, she advocates for those who don't always feel they have a voice.
"Through all of this she has lost three close loved ones in the space of 18 months and seen herself go from the most outgoing person to someone who battled mental health everyday just to survive.
"But she made a promise to herself and more importantly her four children to not let this consume her, and after months of work and putting herself first she's coming out the other end."
Megan Stephenson
Megan Stephenson (Image: Supplied) Megan is a community resuscitation officer in the community for the North West Ambulance Service. She took on the role on a secondment, but has since raised over £20k for the NWAS charity reinstating over 85 community defibs in the most rural areas.
Her nominator said: "She never has a day off even if we are out on a walk she will still check if she sees a defib to check it's in working order.
"She is professional, honest but also a mum she never stops she takes her job so seriously and never takes the praise she truly deserves."
Zian Haughin
Zian Haughin (Image: Supplied) Zian Haughin is a 'true beacon of compassion and support' within the Barrow community, through her work at Family Action.
Her nominator said: "Whether she is supporting breastfeeding journeys, providing a listening ear to struggling mothers, or helping families navigate the challenges of mental health, Zian's dedication is extraordinary.
"Zian's impact extends far beyond her work—she is a true advocate, an inspiration, and a pillar of strength for those who need it most."
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