Cynthia Robinson, a Fellow of the RIN, has been recognised by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) for outstanding contributions within the sport in the Volunteer Awards. Cynthia was awarded the RYA National Award.
The RYA citation is as follows:
Cynthia has infectious enthusiasm for maritime navigation, and her experience on, under and above the water has made her a wonderful ambassador as a Trustee and Council Member of the Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN). Her knowledge and her service to the Small Craft Group, made an enormous contribution to the Institute.
She became a Yachtmaster Examiner in 1994. She has conducted around 200 Yachtmaster exams and delivered as many RYA practical training courses as her weekends and holidays have permitted. She was elected to the RYA Board of Directors in 1999 and for a second term in 2004, when she was also elected to the RIN Board of Trustees and awarded the Fellowship of the Institute.
Cynthia was key to instigating the Institute’s Royal Charter, and has been outstanding in promoting the art, science and practice of navigation, making significant impact on the RYA and boating. After retiring in 2018 sand receiving an OBE for her work, Cynthia pursues her dream of ocean sailing, while remaining an active RYA instructor and examiner.
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