Young People in Newcastle are offered the opportunity to get involved in a free leadership programme to explore how to make the City a greener, cleaner place.
The Newcastle150 programme is run by Common Purpose and will take place over 4 half days bewtween 20-25th May, apply now.
What is Newcastle150 and how to get involved
This programme will bring together a diverse group of 100 young people aged 18–25 from every corner of Newcastle – some in work, some studying, some campaigning/volunteering, some doing all three, who will engage in the challenge question: How do we act together to make Newcastle a cleaner, greener place for all?
This year it is entirely virtual, and young people can find out more and register here.
What will happen during the programme?
Young people will benefit from a leadership programme which will be delivered digitally by an experienced facilitation team and will include real-time engagement with inspirational contributors from across the city.
Young people will need to be able to commit to attending all programme modules on 20 & 21 and 24 & 25 May (09.30 – 13.30 each day).
Why join Newcastle 150?
- Develop and practice leadership skills such as problem solving, communication and team working
- Build connections with your peers and established leaders across Newcastle
- Earn a micro-credential that you can display on your LinkedIn profile and CV
- Additional opportunities to receive one of a limited number of free, personalized leadership coaching sessions
Further information and contact details
This programme is one of a series across UK cities run by Common Purpose. For further information or any queries, please contact:
Zoya Stott
Project Manager – UK Legacy Programmes
Common Purpose UK
M:+44 (0)785 291 4669
E: zoya.stott@commonpurpose.org.uk
Skype: cpuk-zoyas
Twitter: @CommonPurposeUK commonpurpose.org/uk
Newcastle150 details and registration link
Other links
In addition to this programme, Newcastle Net Zero Partnership is also running a range of activities to engage young people in action around climate change both locally and globally, linked to COP26.