Founder of Connected Brighton shortlisted for two local honours

Lyndsey Clay, founder of Connected Brighton, has been shortlisted for Brighton Girl of the Year and Community of the Year at the Brighton Girl Awards; voting is open until March 1 and winners will be announced in March at The Old Market.

Lyndsey Clay has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Brighton Girl Awards. She is nominated for Brighton Girl of the Year and for Community of the Year. Clay founded Connected Brighton and is developing a national brand, Connected in the City, to foster local connection. Her work focuses on addressing social isolation and creating events and networks that support people and local businesses. Key details: - Lyndsey Clay is shortlisted for Brighton Girl of the Year and Community of the Year. - The nominations recognise work to reduce social isolation through events and networking. - Connected Brighton began as a personal project and is expanding under Connected in the City. - Activities include planned events, business and social communities aimed at real-life connections. - Voting for the Brighton Girl Awards is open until March 1 and winners will be announced at a March ceremony at The Old Market. Summary: The nominations highlight growth in local community-building efforts that aim to increase inclusion and support small businesses. The awards process continues with voting open until March 1, and winners to be revealed at a ceremony in March at The Old Market.