TV presenter Esther Rantzen is on the lookout for the region's unsung heroes - ordinary people who go beyond the call of duty to help their local communities.
"Meeting the Community Champions over the last couple ofyears has been a humbling experience," says Esther, from Bramshaw in the New Forest.
"It has given me a renewed faith in humanity after hearing their inspiring stories.
"The public prove time and again that they have extraordinary resources of courage and compassion which make all the difference to our communities.
"If you know someone who is a real champion in your community, why not nominate them as a BBC South Community Champion?"
Esther will be co-presenting the BBC South Community Champions ceremony with Sally Taylor at the De Vere Grand Harbour Hotel in Southampton on March 7.
Nomination forms can be obtained by calling 023 8037 4450 and leaving your name and address. You can also check Ceefax page 173 or log on to www.bbc.co.uk/southtoday. Closing date for nominations is November 27, 2002.
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