Winners announced for APM Volunteer Achievement Awards

The winners of APM’s eighth Volunteer Achievement Awards have been announced at a ceremony taking place at the APM Volunteers Forum in Leeds. The awards which feature six categories, recognise and reward the invaluable contribution volunteers make to the success of APM and wider profession.

The winners in each category were:  

APM Volunteer Event of the Year

Winner:  Breaking the Silence: Embracing Vulnerability and Mental Resilience in Project Management for Men’s Well-Being – APM London Regional Network

Runner up:  The Power of Creativity in Projects, APM North West Regional Network Conference 2025

APM Interest Network of the Year

Winner: Women in Project Management Interest Network

Runner up: Risk Interest Network

APM Regional Network of the Year

Winner: North West Network

Runner up:  London Network

APM Education Volunteer of the Year 

Winner: Manikanth Reddy

Runner Up: Peter Pepper

APM Special Achievement of the Year 

Winner: Matt Tucker

Runner up: Paul Johnson

APM Volunteer of the Year

Winner: Chibuzo Ikeh

Runner up: Irene Maposa

On receiving her Volunteer of the Year award, Chibuzo Ikeh said: “Being nominated for the Volunteer of the Year Award was a real honour, and to win across two categories is both humbling and deeply meaningful. It reflects not only my individual contribution, but the collective effort across the APM London Regional Network and Women in Project Management (WiPM) community.

“Through my work in equality, diversity and inclusion, the London Network and WiPM, my focus has been on creating inclusive spaces where conversations around wellbeing, diversity, and professional growth can truly make an impact. The most rewarding part has been seeing these initiatives translate into genuine engagement and a stronger sense of belonging within the profession.

“These awards reinforce my commitment to continue driving inclusive, purposeful volunteering that amplifies voices, strengthens community, and supports the future of project management.”

Congratulations to everyone who was nominated. The full list of award winners and nominees can be seen here:

To find out more about volunteering opportunities with APM, visit apm.org.uk/community/volunteering/