We wrapped up our kindness workshop, and now the Wall of Kindness is growing!
Students used handprints to share a specific act of kindness they've recently seen or received. This proves kindness exists. #YVBeyondTheHate
Bethany from CYPRO just gave us a super cool talk on empathy in the brain, it's all about connection! Now, the schools are playing an Emotion Matching Game! Students are hands-on, matching facial expressions on cards to the correct feeling words #YVBeyondTheHate
The "What Is Empathy?" activity at Beyond the Hate is done! We asked schools for their definitions, and the popular answer was: "Putting yourself in other people’s shoes."This is the core of moving beyond the Hate #YVBeyondTheHate
Next session at Beyond the Hate is live! Schools are playing "Feeling Catch" tossing a beach ball covered in emotions.
When you catch it, you talk about that feeling! This fun icebreaker builds essential empathy skills. Understanding our emotions and others' #YVBeyondTheHate
Our inspiring volunteer, Jamie, is welcoming attendees and school reps now! They're setting the agenda challenging hate and focusing on practical empathy work. Understanding each other is the key to an inclusive future. Let's amplify youth voices! #YVBeyondTheHate
Our Beyond the Hate conference starts at 9:30 AM! This is the place for real talk about challenging hate and demanding equality. We're excited to bring together schools to spark important conversations using Creative workshops that equals real change! #YVBeyondTheHate
Candidate nominations have opened for the Welsh Youth Parliment. If you want to get involved, register your interest here: https://t.co/55wpXYvX9u
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Held an important meeting tonight with fellow members! As we approach the #GeneralElection2024 Understanding what it means,reading each parties easy-read manifesto, & had an engaging mock election to practice voting! the importance of their voice & vote Come July 4 #GE2024 🗳️✖️
Just wrapped up another productive meeting thank you @PACTO2004 for coming along, We're excited to report that our summer project to improve accessibility and navigation on public transportation is gaining momentum. Looking forward to seeing our plans come to life!#YV4COnTheMove
After years of planning,we're thrilled to announce the conclusion of our #YVHateCrime24 conference providing valuable information to young people across schools in Pembrokeshire on hate-crime & how to implement the charter in their schools.Thanks to Cllr Pat Davis for attending!
Today's #YVHateCrime24 We're listening to your thoughts and feedback at our conference to make sure we're making a positive impact.The one thing pupils will take away from our day together and share with their peers & teachers back at school is to spread awareness of hate-crime
Tammy from @VictimSupportHC during our #YVHateCrime24 conference shares an important message with our young school pupils about being an active bystander can make a HUGE difference! When you see something that's not right, knowing you're not alone can empower you to intervene.
Just devoured a well-deserved lunch and feeling inspired by the brilliant minds of the young pupils from each school! Now Their task? Design a school for the future - a safe, learner-centred space for all. Can't wait to see their vision take shape! 🎨 #YVHateCrime24
Nadine from @PembsCYPRO holds a session with the young minds at #YVHateCrime24 today! We're so passionate about empowering young people to have a voice and be heard. Let's give them the tools to change their world 🗣️🔊
Pupils from schools & Young Voices members are coming together to create an imaginary pupil for the future of Welsh education! We're giving them a name, personality, and protective characteristics Who will they be? What keeps them safe? #YVHateCrime24
Our next speaker Alistair, is here to talk to the young minds from our attending schools about the importance of breaking down stereotypes and avoiding hate crimes, discrimination, and bullying. Interactive activities ahead to spread awareness and empathy! #YVHateCrime24
The young people from schools attending are now sharing their thoughts on our survey about racism in schools. We're gathering their views on how to improve & promote a more inclusive environment for all students #YVHateCrime24 🎓✏️🗳️
Exciting start to #YVHateCrime24 conference! Our first speaker, @tammy_foley ,is taking the stage to discuss the importance of educating our youth about hate crime, its impact on individuals & communities, and the intersection with identity,prejudice, & procted characteristics