The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens has joined Elected Members for the concluding Pupil Voice workshop in Ulster University, Coleraine. Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Ciarán McQuillan pictured alongside Elected Members at the Pupil Voice event held in Ulster University, Coleraine. (l-r) Councillor Russell Watton, Councillor Darryl Wilson, Alderman Aaron Callan, Alderman John McAuley, Councillor Kathleen McGurk, Councillor Richard Holmes, Councillor Amy Mairs and Councillor Peter McCully. The workshop, held in the University’s Diamond Hall at the end of February, was the finale of a series of events funded by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Good Relations Programme. The youth leadership project involved 16 post-primary schools and focused on promoting the voices of young people. These workshops have been taking place in schools over the last few months and have explored both sensitive and controversial issues in a way that promotes respect for different views and opinions. Speaking after the event Councillor Ciarán McQuillan said, “I was delighted to attend the Pupil Voice workshop and speak directly to the students about issues that directly affect them. “I was also pleased to join with my fellow Elected Members for speed questioning from students around different schools and it was encouraging for us all to see so many young people with a real interest in local politics. “It was interesting to hear their thoughts and concerns, and the workshops have highlighted the importance of building confidence, resilience and leadership skills from a young age.” READ NEXT: PICTURES: Mid Ulster Ladies inspired at first International Women’s Day Event The workshop provided students with an opportunity to become more aware of their local Elected Representatives and ask them questions about their party, their priorities and what they are doing to address the issues that are important to them as young people in the Borough. It also served as a platform for Elected
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The workshop provided students with an opportunity to become more aware of their local Elected Representatives
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Alderman John McAuley speaking to students at the Pupil Voice event held in Ulster University.
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Councillor Darryl Wilson and Alderman Aaron Callan speaking to students at the Pupil Voice event held in Ulster University.
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Event host Mark Carruthers watching on as students discussed issues with Elected Members at the Pupil Voice event held in Ulster University, Coleraine.
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The Mayor and Elected Members speaking to students at the Pupil Voice event held in Ulster University.
