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Who is it for?
Our Young Leaders Programme is for aspiring leaders and young people who want to make a positive difference in their college and wider community. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to build their confidence, develop their leadership skills and have their voice heard on the issues that matter to them.
Whether you’re interested in politics, debating, representing other students or simply want to become more involved in college life, the programme gives you opportunities to share your ideas, meet new people and develop valuable skills for your future.
HAVE YOUR SAY
INFLUENCE
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
BE EMPOWERED
BE AMBITIOUS
ASPIRE
What you'll gain...
Build leadership skills
Be able to make smart decisions and speak up for what you believe in
Be an active citizen
Develop an understanding of how politics works and how to take part in it
Develop critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills
Confidence to share your opinions and respect others
Be able to influence and negotiate
Understand your rights and responsibilities
Help build a better future!
Your commitment as a Young Leader includes:
▶ Holding an elected leadership position at the college
▶ Demonstrating engagement in college campaign groups
▶ Contributing to democratic discussions across the academic year
▶ Adding your voice to the Young Leaders Blog in the College Extra Student Newsletter
Activities and Experiences
Join campaign groups and committees: Equalities council green college assembly, children and families scrutiny committee
Take part in local discussion groups, for examples with the Local Authority
Challenge political leaders with our Question Time and Hustings Events
Engage in discussions with political and business leaders
Support the development of the student newsletter
Participate in elections
Become a Course Rep
Join our Debate Club
Hajira Qaiser
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Information Technology
Distinction*, Distinction, Distinction
Destination: Stockport College University Centre to study BSC (HONS) Computing – Cyber Security Top-up
“I haven’t lived in Manchester for very long and I have experienced a lot of change throughout my education. The teachers at College and the support they have given me have really helped me. I am so proud of what I’ve achieved.”