The conference offered young people a chance to explore future career and education paths with the Marketplace featuring representatives from various industries and professions as well as colleges and universities. Representatives were keen to talk to young people about their fields and supply information to young people present.
The children and young people also enjoyed a range of workshops, including drumming, drama, poetry and insights into university life. Another popular feature of the day was the graffiti wall, where attendees could share messages about the advice they would give to their younger selves, what had helped them in their education and what they liked about the day. Comments around “Be yourself”, “Don’t hold back” and “Make your dreams come true” were prominent and they enjoyed the opportunity to listen to Ashley John-Baptist sharing his inspirational story.
posted by Mark Butcher