Speech therapist who designed a language programme of signs, symbols and speech to change the lives of millions

Heroic schoolgirl saved her family’s lives by raising the alarm when she recognised signs of carbon monoxide poisoning

Youngster whose motto “there are no disabilities, only abilities” is a powerful advocate for other disabled children

Hero schoolboy steered car across dual carriageway, after his mum collapsed at the wheel at 65mph

Friends who began a sandwich shop to raise money for social causes now lead a global movement to end homelessness

Overcame a brutal childhood and prejudice to become a nurse and transform care for people with sickle cell disease

Overcame a life of crime and homelessness to help steer thousands of young people away from gangs and violence

Heroic police officer risked her own life to tackle a man brandishing a gun at terrified nurses in a hospital ward

Terminally-ill youngster is on a mission to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds so other children won’t suffer too 

Inspirational surfer gives people with disabilities the chance to experience the joy of the sport at world-leading surf school