STUDENTS from a Walthamstow college have taken part in the Young Citizens’ Assembly at the IndigO2 Arena.
More than 100 students from Sir George Monoux College were among thousands of young people given the chance to meet some of the capital’s most influential people, including deputy mayor Kit Malthouse.
The college’s business, law, sociology and government and politics departments were involved in organising the event and also had the opportunity to take the stage themselves.
The event included debates and award presentations and was also attended by minister for schools and learners Jim Knight.
Tim Carey, a deputy at Sir George Monoux College, said: “This was an exciting and empowering event as it highlighted issues affecting young people.
Together with people from all over London, our students were able to demonstrate their enthusiasm for a better, safer and more diverse London.”
Nihal Kale, a student at Sir George Monoux School, added: “I feel so proud to stand united with young citizens of London to actively channel our skills and energy to bringing about awareness for a safer London.
“As the motto of the event goes – ‘yes we can.’”
The Young Citizens’ Assembly concluded with a mass joining of hands in a show of support for the campaigns and schemes that aim to make a difference to young people in the capital.
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