The aims of the workshop are:
-To inspire young people to be active and creative, but responsible in voicing their concerns about their own circumstances or that of the world around them.
-To present a positive role model from a minority community, to challenge prejudices.
-Educate young people about issues of faith and cultural prejudice and discrimination from first-hand perspectives in a way that is fun and memorable.
The objectives of the workshop are:
-To deliver workshops to young people, led by young people from minority communities
-Introduce basic ideology and background to rap and beatboxing
-Introduce basic techniques to enable a short piece to be produced by the end of the session.
-Signpost young people to how they can continue to develop this tool for positive social change.
-Record some workshops and share on website to inspire more young people and share key messages.
Feedback:
“Could I just say how much both groups really enjoyed this experience and how impressed they were with the group. They have been talking about it non-stop since” Marie, Teacher
“Very useful and youthful approach, using modern teachniques to engage young people with equality and inclusion. Thank you” Mohamed Patel, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, PETROC