Southend Pride 2023
15th July 2023
A group of Youth Council members attended Southend Pride, running a stall and raising over £150 for Stonewall, an LGBTQ+ Charity. Thank you to everyone who visited the stall and helped to raise money!
Climate Change Art Competition
December 2022-January 2023
Led by YC Member Hannah, a Climate Change art competition was held, with winners from each Key Stage. Winning entries were displayed in the Focal Point Gallery's 'S for Southend' exhibit.
Epping Forest Exchange
October 2022
Both Youth Councils engaged in activities, learning about each other's organisation. While in Southend, members volunteered at a foodbank, helped plant the lavender maze and took a trip down the pier.
Lavender Maze Planting
31st May 2023
In an effort to raise awareness around how to improve your mental health and wellbeing, the youth council planted a lavender maze in Priory park as a relaxing place for people to go.
Beach and Park Cleans
Ongoing - this is a popular activity for members
The Youth Council organise and attend multiple Beach and Park cleans throughout the year to help keep the city clean.