Congratulations to Nayiri Mahdessian on Her Commendation in the Stephen Spender Prize!

We are thrilled to celebrate Nayiri Mahdessian of Year 3 Black for her commendation in the prestigious Stephen Spender Prize. Nayiri was recognized for her outstanding translation from French to English of the poignant poem "Mon Premier Souvenir" by Michael Vidon, which beautifully captures the unique and irreplaceable bond shared between a grandchild and their grandparents.

The Stephen Spender Prize stands as one of the UK’s leading awards for poetry translation, celebrating multilingual talent and bridging cultures through the art of language. Nayiri’s accomplishment in such a renowned competition is truly inspiring and a testament to her skill and dedication.

Congratulations, Nayiri, on this remarkable achievement!