There are new dates for our exciting new programme for young people: ‘I AM: a dynamic new experience utilising our network of Changemaker Studios spaces to build a powerful platform that supports and incubates young changemakers in the UK.
Through the I AM: programme young people from all walks of life, cultures and communities will have the experience to express who they are and proudly state “This is who I AM!.”
WHO’S IT FOR & WHAT’S IT ABOUT?
Aged between 14 – 20 and living in London or Portsmouth? This is an exciting and completely free opportunity which you really don’t want to miss! Running over 4 weekends from September to December, the programme starts with an immersive and fun activity weekend where you will meet like-minded individuals to begin exploring and designing a campaign to address a current issue within your societal context.
Celebrating all our differences, you can address anything from racial injustice, LGBTQIA+ rights, to mental health and wellbeing. However you wish to enact change, this programme will give you the opportunity to do so!
This dynamic free initiative is in partnership with Verizon and will see young people take the lead in tackling equality, diversity and inclusion in their local communities; learning how to leverage and drive positive change.
WEEKEND 1: UNDERSTANDING POWER
To start our programme we are holding an activity day in both Portsmouth and London for each cohort.
Get to know your team mates by taking part in activities like paddle boarding, kayaking, high ropes and zip lining. Forget about the stress of school/college/uni, meet new friends and have a laugh!
Start to understand ‘Equity, Diversity and Inclusion’ and how the rest of the programme will look.
WEEKEND 2: INFLUENCING POWER
This weekend will be based in our Changemaker Studio spaces in both Portsmouth (Guildhall) and London (Maida Vale) and this weekend you will start to plan your projects in your project teams. Travel cost is sorted so you don’t need to worry! We will start to understand how influential figures have shaped the EDI agenda and explore areas you want to understand further.
WEEKEND 3: BUILDING POWER
This weekend will see your team build a campaign you wished to work on to support your cause.
You will be planning and confirming logistics, partners and how your project is going to work.
You’ll be joined by inspiring speakers from experts in the field of equality, diversity and inclusion.
WEEKEND 4: CREATING CHANGE
This weekend will see you deliver your project and make a difference in your community! There will also be the chance to discuss future opportunities and pursuing the EDI agenda in your community.
You’ll gain a lot, including:
* A FREE project branded hoodie
* Skills for life such as Communication, Project Planning, Leadership, Team Work, Time management, campaign planning – all suitable skills for university applications or job applications
* Project planning practice and experience
* A certificate of achievement to add to your portfolio
* All the food, travel and refreshments for each weekend included
LONDON DATES
Weekend 1: 17th September
Weekend 2: 1st October
Weekend 3: 29th/30th October
Weekend 4: 3rd/4th December
PORTSMOUTH DATES
Weekend 1: 18th September
Weekend 2: 1st/2nd October
Weekend 3: 5th/6th November
Weekend 4: 26th/27th November
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We have two cohorts running simultaneously alongside each other in both Portsmouth and London, please ensure you record the dates for the correct location! If you are confused then don’t be afraid to get in touch, we’re always happy to go through the details with you.
Location for the events will be held at Unloc’s Changemaker Studio spaces in both the Portsmouth Guildhall and City of Westminster College, Maida Vale.
Deadline to sign up: 9th September – what are you waiting for? Sign up now by clicking here!
We’d like to give special thanks to Verizon for their support and funding for this exciting new project.
