Congratulations to Danae: Lord Mayor Awards 2026

We’re thrilled for Hive alumni poet Danae Wellington, who was recently recognised through the Lord Mayor Awards 2026 for her outstanding contribution to arts, music and culture.

Danae was honoured for her cultural leadership, her work championing African Caribbean voices, and her commitment to inspiring young people across the city.

We’ve always known Danae to be an incredible inspiration through her poetry, music and creative engagement and were thrilled when she took on the role of Sheffield Poet Laureate (2022–2024), following fellow Hive alumni Warda Yassin, part of a brilliant line of Hive poets, with the role now held by Hive poet Beth Davies.

We’re so proud of all Danae is achieving, and to see her work recognised in this way.