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July 2006

People’s Day

The Young Advisors ran a stall in the youth village with information about the next Young Mayor elections and the Young Citizens Panel. They also formed part of the backstage crew at the Young Mayor’s stage and introduced a number of the performers.

Regional Launch UKYP Manifesto

In her capacity as one of Lewisham’s members of the UK Youth Parliament, Yasmin attended the regional manifesto launch at the Victoria & Albert museum in West London.

Cricket 10x10 Competition

Lewisham’s first Young Mayor, Manny Hawks, allocated part of his £25,000 budget to run a 10x10 cricket tournament between 16 primary schools last year. This year he returned to see the tournament continuing and Manny, along with another Young Advisor Yasmin gave their support to this years competitors.

BBC Speed-dating!

Lewisham UKYP member and Young Advisor Yasmin Ali went speed-dating with journalists and media representatives linked to the BBC. The aim of the event was to talk about positive stories of young people and to network with the press.

New Cross Gate NDC Ministry of Youth

Dami was invited to this launch of New Cross Gate NDC’s new youth forum – Ministry of Youth. The deputy Young Mayor sat on a panel and was asked questions by young people from the New Cross Gate area.

Make Space Review Launch

Two Young Advisors, Nathan and Yasmin attended the launch of this review at Millbank in Westminster. Over the next year The Youth Review will gather information about what young people already have and what they want from services. A wide selection of people from Government and policy makers to community leaders, parents and young people will be asked to contribute.

Lewisham Peace Council

Wilf, Dami and Manny have been meeting with representatives of Lewisham CND to plan the launch of Lewisham’s Peace Council. Watch this space for further information – the launch is planned to be a big music event in September.

June 2006

Early Year’s Fun Day

Yasmin, one of Lewisham’s UK Youth Parliament members and a Young Advisor attended the fun day and officially opened it.

April 2006

Youth Marketing

Young Advisors viewed the concepts submitted by three agencies competing for the Youth Marketing Campaign contract. Subsequently they received presentations from each agency and chose who the council will work with. Look out for the new branding for all services relating to the Young People and offered by the council.

March 2006

Prague Partnership (ongoing)

As Lewisham strengthens its European partnership with Prague 7 district the young advisors have begun to forge relationships with the Prague 7 youth parliament. Members have been in email contact and have together outlined a plan of activities to form the core of an exchange visit from Lewisham to Prague, scheduled to take place late 2006/early 2007 subject to funding bid success. Council officers are working with GLE representatives in London and Prague to facilitate.

February 2006

Wilf attended Pupil Voice on Thursday 23 February to address teachers from across the Borough. He spoke about young people taking their opportunities to get involved and teachers needing to reach out to those not being heard. He then spent time meeting with St. Mary Magdalen's school council representatives, talking with them about being Young Mayor and about the things they have changed at their school.

Young Advisors Discuss Voting at 16

"On the 10 th January myself, Koemi, Dawit, Nathan, Troy-Angel, Rebecca, Dami and Wilf-Young Mayor, went to Westminster to a debate on ‘Votes at 16’. This took place between 4 and 6 pm. This was a very insightful debate and I really enjoyed it thoroughly. The main point, which was made, was ‘Why isn’t it possible for us to get a chance to vote at the age of 16?’ Lord Lucas and Members of Parliament were there and in agreement with us that once at the age of 16, we as young people should be able to vote.

At the beginning, we got split up into different groups to put all of our questions down on a piece of paper then come up with 2 questions to ask the panel which included Harriet Harman, the minister responsible for constitutional affairs which covers this issue. This was done well and all of the groups except for 1 had asked a question to do with why can’t we vote at 16. However, we would need to understand that everyone has his or her own opinions and we need to respect these."

-Careen, Young Advisors

December 2005

Beacon Visitors hear what Lewisham’s Young People are achieving,

The London Borough of Lewisham has been short listed for a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation.

The involvement of Young people through the Young Mayor, the Young Advisors group, associated groups and the Young Citizens Panel has formed a critical part of Lewisham’s bid to become a Beacon Status council for Youth Participation.

On Tuesday 6 December Wilf and Dami hosted a visit from 3 members of the team assessing local authorities across the country who have been short listed.

Dami opened the 3 hour session by welcoming the visitors to a showcase of work at Deptford Green school where he is a pupil. He then accompanied the guests back to the civic suite where Wilf hosted presentations from 19 young people.

Each person gave an overview of their involvement in things that matter to Young People in Lewisham and their thoughts. Members of the Young Advisors talked about the numerous events they had attended and decision-makers they have met with on behalf of Lewisham’s youth.

Members of the Young Citizens Panel Drugs Peer Education Group present their work

YCP members have been learning all that they are going to need in order to be Peer Educators with agencies who work with young people around substance issues. The training has been six weeks of input in the evenings and it has covered a broad spectrum of topics such as drugs and the law, drugs and the community, harm reduction and treatment options.

In the New Year the young people will begin working with professionals across the borough and some of them will form a Reference Group to represent young people’s views on the issues.

Beacon Visitors hear what Lewisham’s Young People are achieving,

The London Borough of Lewisham has been short listed for a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation.

In the New Year the young people will begin working with professionals across the borough and some of them will form a Reference Group to represent young people’s views on the issues.

Past Events

- Attended the ‘Streetdancers for Sicklenemia’ charity event.

- Attended presentations by members of the Young Citizens Panel Drugs Reference Group.

- Hosted the visit for the beacon bid.

- Switched on the Catford town centre Christmas Lights.

- Met as young advisors regularly.

- Attended and given a speech at the Looked After Children’s Achievement Awards.

- Met members of the school councils forum at their first meeting.

The London Borough of Lewisham has also won a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation; March 2006.

Future Events

Diary of events
People’s day
Where YOU can become involved

What do you think?

Do you think the Young Advisers are doing a good job?

Get in touch with us here!

Let the Young Advisors know What kind of thing should they be doing for People’s Day?


-Who are the Young Advisors? -Past Events -Future Events -What do you think?	July 2006 People’s Day The Young Advisors ran a stall in the youth village with information about the next Young Mayor elections and the Young Citizens Panel. They also formed part of the backstage crew at the Young Mayor’s stage and introduced a number of the performers. Regional Launch UKYP Manifesto In her capacity as one of Lewisham’s members of the UK Youth Parliament, Yasmin attended the regional manifesto launch at the Victoria & Albert museum in West London. Cricket 10x10 Competition Lewisham’s first Young Mayor, Manny Hawks, allocated part of his £25,000 budget to run a 10x10 cricket tournament between 16 primary schools last year. This year he returned to see the tournament continuing and Manny, along with another Young Advisor Yasmin gave their support to this years competitors. BBC Speed-dating! Lewisham UKYP member and Young Advisor Yasmin Ali went speed-dating with journalists and media representatives linked to the BBC. The aim of the event was to talk about positive stories of young people and to network with the press. New Cross Gate NDC Ministry of Youth Dami was invited to this launch of New Cross Gate NDC’s new youth forum – Ministry of Youth. The deputy Young Mayor sat on a panel and was asked questions by young people from the New Cross Gate area. Make Space Review Launch Two Young Advisors, Nathan and Yasmin attended the launch of this review at Millbank in Westminster. Over the next year The Youth Review will gather information about what young people already have and what they want from services. A wide selection of people from Government and policy makers to community leaders, parents and young people will be asked to contribute. Lewisham Peace Council Wilf, Dami and Manny have been meeting with representatives of Lewisham CND to plan the launch of Lewisham’s Peace Council. Watch this space for further information – the launch is planned to be a big music event in September. June 2006 Early Year’s Fun Day Yasmin, one of Lewisham’s UK Youth Parliament members and a Young Advisor attended the fun day and officially opened it. April 2006 Youth Marketing Young Advisors viewed the concepts submitted by three agencies competing for the Youth Marketing Campaign contract. Subsequently they received presentations from each agency and chose who the council will work with. Look out for the new branding for all services relating to the Young People and offered by the council. March 2006 Prague Partnership (ongoing) As Lewisham strengthens its European partnership with Prague 7 district the young advisors have begun to forge relationships with the Prague 7 youth parliament. Members have been in email contact and have together outlined a plan of activities to form the core of an exchange visit from Lewisham to Prague, scheduled to take place late 2006/early 2007 subject to funding bid success. Council officers are working with GLE representatives in London and Prague to facilitate. February 2006 Wilf attended Pupil Voice on Thursday 23 February to address teachers from across the Borough. He spoke about young people taking their opportunities to get involved and teachers needing to reach out to those not being heard. He then spent time meeting with St. Mary Magdalen's school council representatives, talking with them about being Young Mayor and about the things they have changed at their school. Young Advisors Discuss Voting at 16 "On the 10 th January myself, Koemi, Dawit, Nathan, Troy-Angel, Rebecca, Dami and Wilf-Young Mayor, went to Westminster to a debate on ‘Votes at 16’. This took place between 4 and 6 pm. This was a very insightful debate and I really enjoyed it thoroughly. The main point, which was made, was ‘Why isn’t it possible for us to get a chance to vote at the age of 16?’ Lord Lucas and Members of Parliament were there and in agreement with us that once at the age of 16, we as young people should be able to vote. At the beginning, we got split up into different groups to put all of our questions down on a piece of paper then come up with 2 questions to ask the panel which included Harriet Harman, the minister responsible for constitutional affairs which covers this issue. This was done well and all of the groups except for 1 had asked a question to do with why can’t we vote at 16. However, we would need to understand that everyone has his or her own opinions and we need to respect these." -Careen, Young Advisors December 2005 Beacon Visitors hear what Lewisham’s Young People are achieving, The London Borough of Lewisham has been short listed for a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation. The involvement of Young people through the Young Mayor, the Young Advisors group, associated groups and the Young Citizens Panel has formed a critical part of Lewisham’s bid to become a Beacon Status council for Youth Participation. On Tuesday 6 December Wilf and Dami hosted a visit from 3 members of the team assessing local authorities across the country who have been short listed. Dami opened the 3 hour session by welcoming the visitors to a showcase of work at Deptford Green school where he is a pupil. He then accompanied the guests back to the civic suite where Wilf hosted presentations from 19 young people. Each person gave an overview of their involvement in things that matter to Young People in Lewisham and their thoughts. Members of the Young Advisors talked about the numerous events they had attended and decision-makers they have met with on behalf of Lewisham’s youth. Members of the Young Citizens Panel Drugs Peer Education Group present their work YCP members have been learning all that they are going to need in order to be Peer Educators with agencies who work with young people around substance issues. The training has been six weeks of input in the evenings and it has covered a broad spectrum of topics such as drugs and the law, drugs and the community, harm reduction and treatment options. In the New Year the young people will begin working with professionals across the borough and some of them will form a Reference Group to represent young people’s views on the issues. Beacon Visitors hear what Lewisham’s Young People are achieving, The London Borough of Lewisham has been short listed for a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation. The involvement of Young people through the Young Mayor, the Young Advisors group, associated groups and the Young Citizens Panel has formed a critical part of Lewisham’s bid to become a Beacon Status council for Youth Participation. On Tuesday 6 December Wilf and Dami hosted a visit from 3 members of the team assessing local authorities across the country who have been short listed. Dami opened the 3 hour session by welcoming the visitors to a showcase of work at Deptford Green school where he is a pupil. He then accompanied the guests back to the civic suite where Wilf hosted presentations from 19 young people. Each person gave an overview of their involvement in things that matter to Young People in Lewisham and their thoughts. Members of the Young Advisors talked about the numerous events they had attended and decision-makers they have met with on behalf of Lewisham’s youth. Members of the Young Citizens Panel Drugs Peer Education Group present their work YCP members have been learning all that they are going to need in order to be Peer Educators with agencies who work with young people around substance issues. The training has been six weeks of input in the evenings and it has covered a broad spectrum of topics such as drugs and the law, drugs and the community, harm reduction and treatment options. In the New Year the young people will begin working with professionals across the borough and some of them will form a Reference Group to represent young people’s views on the issues. Back to top Past Events - Attended the ‘Streetdancers for Sicklenemia’ charity event. - Attended presentations by members of the Young Citizens Panel Drugs Reference Group. - Hosted the visit for the beacon bid. - Switched on the Catford town centre Christmas Lights. - Met as young advisors regularly. - Attended and given a speech at the Looked After Children’s Achievement Awards. - Met members of the school councils forum at their first meeting. The London Borough of Lewisham has also won a prestigious national award as a Beacon council in the area of Youth Participation; March 2006. Future Events Diary of events People’s day Where YOU can become involved Back to top What do you think? Do you think the Young Advisers are doing a good job? Get in touch with us here! Let the Young Advisors know What kind of thing should they be doing for People’s Day? Back to top