“You, the young people of this island, are needed here in order to sustain this ongoing
#Peace. Do not let your truths and your dreams leave when there is so much to be done at home.” (Senator George J. Mitchell).
This was the message to young people today as our Chancellor Emeritus spoke at a special event aimed at inspiring the next generation of
#PeaceBuilders.
He was joined by over 600 young people and
#Political leaders who offered a range of inspiring ideas and perspectives, with a focus on the issues that matter most to young people today.
During the event, a panel of young people, including both school pupils and
@QUBStudents, discussed how they can use their voices to shape change with key themes, including the importance of
#Education, the role of
#WomenInPolitics and
#Inclusivity in politics.
“Since 1845, our university has held the belief that political engagement is not confined to
#Parliaments and
#Policy rooms, but embedded in our
#Communities, our
#Cultures, and
#TheArts. @politicsinacti1 and
@narrative4 are two organisations that share that view.
“It was a delight to partner with them for this visit so that the young minds of today could hear first-hand from Senator Mitchell of the power of engaging in the democratic process, not as passive observers, but as active participants shaping the future.” (Professor Sir Ian Greer,
@QUBVChancellor).
Find out more about today’s event:
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@Narrative4_IRL |
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#QueensUniversityBelfast |
#NorthernIreland |
#GoodFridayAgreement |
#YouthVoices |
#CommunityAction |
@QUBEngagement |
@QUBMitchell
ALT Image shows Chancellor Emeritus Senator George J. Mitchell speaking on stage in the Whitla Hall.
ALT Image shows a group of young people being photographed with Bertie Ahern, Former Taoiseach.
ALT Image shows the audience looking towards the stage from the back of the room. Above the stage there is a screen with 'PASSING OF THE TORCH' artwork, which contains a photograph of the bust of Senator Mitchell which faces the Whitla Hall.
ALT Image shows the panel of young people on stage with journalist Claire Graham.