A story has the capability to take a person on a journey, outlining the challenges, the highs and the lows, and the end result...
The Hopes and Issues Forum, which is run by young people, aims to capture the hopes, dreams, concerns and achievements of young people aged 16 to 25 years in Tasmania today. It will take place on February 1, 2008 at The Venue, Salamanca Place, Hobart.
What they are looking for are the stories of young Tasmanians striving for their dreams; the stories of the local young person who has overcome struggles and difficulties; the stories that normally do no get heard.
The forum seeks to provide our community leaders with the opportunity to hear how their actions affect young people, and to hear the worries, dreams, fears and triumphs of young people living in Tasmania in 2008. It is also an opportunity for young people to network and create potential mentoring opportunities.
The theme of the Forum is:
'How do we keep the ship afloat'.
How do we, as young people, keep ourselves afloat, what keeps us moving, and what contributes to us sinking?
How Do I submit My Story?
1.Send an email and request an application pack hopesandissues@gmail.com
2.Through the post to:
The Foundation for Young Australians,
PO Box 239, Melbourne 3001
3.The Hopes and Issues Team members will be digitally recording stories at popular youth public spaces and local youth services, depending on demand... stay tuned for details!
Check out www.myspace.com/hopesandissues
The Hopes and Issues Forum is organised by The Foundation for Young Australians Tasmanian Ambassador Committee
