A published poet, future lawyer and charity volunteer has won Wandsworth’s Young Person of the Year award.

Hubbab Nasir, 16, described as a “bright young legal and business mind”, received the award in recognition of her achievements, leadership and drive, and her commitment to helping others. 

Hubbab, who attends Graveney School, is part of the two-year Kings College Law Mentoring Programme while doing her A-Levels, volunteers for the British Heart Foundation and is a published poet through the 2016 First Story Programme.

The teenager also works with the police to engage with young people and has developed out-of-school sports activities to keep young people out of trouble. 

Hubbab said: “I did not expect to win at all but I have to say that I am proud of myself.

“I never expected to be rewarded for what I have done but to receive the award fills me with pride and I am more than grateful.”

Presenting her award, Mayor of Wandsworth councillor Richard Field said: “Hubbab’s inspirational leadership, her drive and focus are a real example to others.

“She combines her exceptional achievements with a heart for others and a willingness to help them and is a deserving recipient of the Wandsworth Young Person of the Year Award for 2017.”