Envision Grads get some amazing opportunities...
Trips to Copenhagen, meeting the Prime Minister, paid work opportunities - these are all things Grads have been involved in through Envision! Have a look below for the latest youth opportunities that are out there at the moment, and if there's anything you want to hear more about in particular, let us know - just e-mail grads@envision.org.uk.
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Love music?
Always got an opinion on the latest hit singles? Fancy getting some experience as a music journalist?
We’ve got a fantastic opportunity for young people, like you, who have a passion for music and want to get work published on the Live Magazine website and have the chance to get printed in Live Magazine!
Live Magazine is a free quarterly magazine that is created by young people. The writing, photography & graphic design are all produced by young people under the guidance of industry professionals who provide mentoring and support.
So if you’re 16-24 and want to write features, live reviews, album reviews or if you are more interested in writing opinions pieces such as what you think about illegal downloads then email emmaj@envision.org.uk with ‘Live Magazine’ in the subject before 14th October telling us which genre of music you’re interested in writing about.
Win a brand new laptop!
Is there an issue in your local community that you really care about? Do you have the solution?
It’s My Area (set up by Envision Grad Rowenna) is looking for young people like you, to make a short hard-hitting 2 minute video about an issue that affects your community and what you would do to deal with the problem.
All entries will be showcased on the It’s My Area website and the lucky winner will get their hands on a brand new laptop! The competition is open to anyone aged 15-19 and you can find out more here. Send the link to your videos to Envision at grads@envision.org.uk and we’ll feature the best ones on the Grad news pages of our website!
UpRising - Do what YOU do BEST!
UpRising is seeking 19-25 year olds who are enthusiastic, passionate and committed to changing their communities for the better. We all know how good Envisioners are at this, so this is your chance to take it to the next level!
The UpRising programme is aimed at equipping you with outstanding leadership qualities which you can then use in business, at university and in your local community. You’ll spend time on a two-day retreat along with visits to major organisations to experience what goes on behind the scenes. This is accompanied by mentoring, learning sessions and ultimately seeing through your own social action project from start to finish. It’s a fantastic chance to improve your networks, learn how to be an effective leader and meet like-minded people to make a positive change in your area.
Download an application form and learn more here: www.uprising.org.uk And don’t forget to give Envision a shout if you apply – e-mail us on grads@envision.org.uk
Fantastic Internship Opportunities at the British Red Cross
Want to know what goes on in the background at the world’s largest humanitarian organisation? Fancy gaining experience working in the charity sector? Need a stand-out placement on your CV? If the answer is ‘yes’, then this is the perfect opportunity for you...
Expand your skills with an internship at the British Red Cross and help to make a difference to the millions of people they work with every day. There are a wide range of opportunities available in various departments including: Humanitarian Policy, Refugee Services and Marketing and Communications. They’re looking for people with a wide range of talents but the main thing is enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in!
Posts are available all over the UK, so read up on the charity and check out the jobs here.
Want £300 cash, a new phone and support to start your own project?
O2 Think Big is offering an amazing £300 cash to young people aged 13-25 across the UK to run projects within their communities.
Do you have an idea about how you could improve issues affecting your local community? Your project can be anything, whether you want to set up a dance class, start a campaign or run an event that brings the community together; Think Big can give your project the kick start it needs. Not only do you get cash to help turn your ideas into reality but O2 will also give you a brand new phone with £30 credit to help you run your project, a personalised website to showcase your ideas and provide you with all the support you need to make your project a success. Envisioners in the past from Bristol, Birmingham and Durham have all been successful in gaining a Think Big project grant.
You can sign up to O2 Think Big here: http://www.o2thinkbig.co.uk/Start-a-project/
Let Envision know if you apply by emailing grads@envision.org.uk and we can help fast track your application.
Fight against poverty by going global
International Citizen Service is a global volunteering experience which supports young people from all backgrounds to make a real difference to some of the world’s poorest people.
This 12 week placement is a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn new skills and fight global poverty. Not only will you develop important skills such as team-working, communication and decision-making but you'll get the opportunity visit countries like Brazil, Sierra Leone and South Africa; not something you can do everyday!
For more information follow this link, and make sure you let us know if you apply by getting in touch at grads@envision.org.uk
Two minutes to make a difference
Young people should be able to work, pay taxes, and get married – but they shouldn’t be able to vote. Don’t agree? Sign up as a Votes at 16 supporter http://www.votesat16.org/sign-up/ and be in the running to win some great prizes - it'll take just 2 minutes - easy!
You will get a place on an interactive supporter map showing the strength of support across the country for Votes at 16. You’ll also be the first to hear all about latest developments with the campaign, including other opportunities to get involved. And don’t forget to ‘like’ the Votes at 16 Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/votesat16
Volunteering going Global...
Looking to volunteer but dont want to stay in the UK? Wish to be kept up to date with amazing opportunities? Then Global Optimist is a volunteering site that offers a wide and diverse range of opportunities ALL OVER THE WORLD! So whether you want to volunteer working on Human & Civil Rights in North Africa or Politics & International Affairs in Europe or even Environmental & Animal Welfare in South America then make sure you check out Global Optimist.
Get the chance to kick start your own business!
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Shell LiveWIRE is offering 6 young entrepreneurs per month the chance to get a £1,000 Grand Ideas Award and 1 Young Entrepreneur of the Year an Award for £10,000! The awards will give you an insight into the world of business, and help you to start running your own business.
This amazing opportunity is open to 16-30 year olds who will be funded to lift innovative business projects off the ground. You’ll also get the chance to network with young entrepreneurs on Shell LiveWIRE's international social network, promote your business and benefit from free business advice.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to be shortlisted, enter the awards here and get business ideas and advice on www.shell-livewire.org. And if you’re successful – don’t forget to let Envision know!
Want to get creative with your photography skills?
Then Ideas Tap is the answer. Ideas Tap’s photography courses are designed to connect creative people with their creative ideas, aimed at photographers with varying experience. Develop your skills as a professional photographer by working with tutors and university lecturers from the field, as well as gain valuable insight into the industry.
Courses will be held at Ideas Tap’s office in Bermondsey, with a range of courses for 18-30 year olds. To find out more, head to www.ideastap.com or download the course prospectus here.
Get money for your project!
Have you got a great idea for an Envision Grad project? Could you use up to £2000 to help you make it happen? Live UnLtd is a brand new funding scheme being launched across the UK for 11-25 year olds who want to make a difference... and Envision can help you with your application for it. Check out the video below and e-mail grads@envision.org.uk with your idea today!
