Youngsters across the north have been commended for their courage and bravery during the second Young Highlander Awards.
More than 170 people turned out to the Drumossie Hotel in Inverness to celebrate the achievements of the inspiring youngsters.
Nine awards were presented by during the events for courage, fundraising, bravery, sport, and heroism.
Mia Macleod, 11, from Inverness was the top achiever of the night walking away with both the Child’s Hero award and Child Carer award, in recognition of the care she shows for her five-year-old sister Millie, who has autism.
Mia said: “I was shocked and amazed, I wasn’t expecting it. I am now going to save up all my money and get Millie new sensory toys.”
Meanwhile, proud mum Pamela, 35, said: “I am absolutely proud. I knew about it but it was a shock to find out. She has always just got on with it and does it. I know how special she is but it’s great for her to know and to realise how special she is.”
An award was also presented in memory of four-year-old Leo Flett who was born with a rare form of congenital muscular dystrophy.
The event was organised by Inverness mum-of-five Kelly MacRae in honour of her four-year-old daughter Amelia.
The youngster was born premature at 32 weeks weighing just 3lb before being placed on a ventilator.
Mrs MacRae said: “It was very emotional. I had a lot of business people say it was one of the most emotional nights they have been to.
“I would just like to thank everyone, all the businesses and sponsors and attendees, for making it such a success.”
Hundreds of pounds was raised by attendees throughout the night, with all proceeds going towards their £15,000 target; aimed at creating a sensory room for Raigmore Hospital’s Children’s Ward.
