Dundee Citizen of the Year 2014 Andrew Lorimer has been honoured at a civic ceremony held at the Caird Hall.
The event was attended by the lord provost, councillors and previous winners of the accolade.
At just 26, Andrew is one of the youngest recipients of the award.
As a young Dundonian brought up in care, Andrew was recognised for his inspirational work trying to improve the care system for other young people.
Through his involvement with the city’s Looked After Children Champions Board, which brings the council together with young people and carers, he has been instrumental in developing a drop-in service and he is also in training to become a peer mentor.
He said: “I am proud to be chosen as Citizen of the Year and I hope it will help other looked after young people to see what they can achieve.”
Outgoing Citizen of the Year Joyce McIntosh, who helps organise the Broughty Ferry Dook, was also commemorated at the event.