The Youth Of Today
Want to find out what it’s like to be one of the most powerful people in the country?
Keen to discover how local decisions are made and how you can influence them?
Fed up with the way young people are portrayed in the media?
Or, do you like the sound of meeting other young people who want to make a positive difference?
If you’re aged 13-19, The Youth of Today can help.
We provide you with skills, opportunities and networks – meaning you can take the lead on issues that matter.
Join Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes, England footballer Gareth Barry and star of The Wire Idris Elba on The Youth of Today live webcast on Thursday 18 March. This is the first ever webcast of its kind - a live show put together by young people for young people across the country. It will feature both live and pre-recorded footage of youth leadership across England.
Bringing together celebrities and young people from all walks of life, the webcast will show how the youth of today are shaping up to be the leaders of tomorrow - in everything from sport and music to creating change in their local communities.
Get involved…
This is an exciting, one-off opportunity for you to make your mark on this three-hour online broadcast.
The Youth of Today encourages as many young people as possible to get involved and send in content - a video, photo or just an idea.... This is a chance for you to have your five minutes of fame!
If you’re aged 13-19 and have an idea you would like to see on the webcast, send it to theyouthoftoday@markettiers4dc.com. You can send a short film or an email outlining the idea you would like to produce for the show.
For exciting updates on this and other The Youth of Today opportunities, go to The Youth of Today Fan page on Facebook or hit up www.theyouthoftoday.org
"I think it’s a good thing to find a mentor, learn by your mistakes, get the courage to approach people. I really believe it's out there if you ask"
Cath Kidson on seizing the opportunity when you are young
"If you’re passionate enough about something, you can shine a light on the subject and make things happen."
Joanna Lumley
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