NCVYS Annual Conference and AGM 2011

A Citizen Society?

The last twelve months have seen a renewed interest in the role of the citizen in society. From community organising to street protests, the role of the individual in speaking out for their rights and those of their community is more prominent than it has been for a generation. Nowhere is this more evident than in the action that young people take to advocate for the type of services and society they want. But is society ready to give young people an equal role in their communities? Are young people more interested in becoming citizens than anyone else? And are national programmes the answer to this?

This year’s annual conference will tackle these questions and more, challenging delegates to assess what role the sector can and should play in fostering a citizen society and what difference this will make in connecting young people to their communities.

In our 75th anniversary year, we invite you to join us on November 2 2011 to debate and discuss issues that are critical across our member network. With a range of topics on the agenda including localism, National Citizen Service and youth participation, you can expect a full day of thought provoking conversations about the role of young people in a changing society.

An exciting line up of speakers, including sector specialists, policy makers and charity leaders will offer insights into encouraging innovative practices, maximising your resources and cultivating new funding approaches. Our afternoon seminars will provide delegates with the chance to learn from the experience of NCVYS members on a range of issues around developing active citizens and future leaders, delivering engaging youth participation services. 

Venue information  

The event will take place on 2 November 2011 from 9.30am-4.45pm. Address: King's Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9LH. >> 

Programme and speakers

9.30 Arrival and Registration

10.00 Welcome and introduction by NCVYS Chair Kanchan Jadeja

10.15 Keynote address by Tim Loughton MP - Under-Secretary of State Children and Families

10.40 Question and Answer session with the Minister

11.00 Stephen Greene, Chief Executive, Orange RockCorps - motivating volunteers through the power of music

11.30 Break

11.50 ENVOY Session - A debate on young people's attitudes to citizenship  

12.30 NCVYS AGM

13.00 Lunch - during lunch, we will hold a NCVYS member surgery on social finance and enterprise. This will be for delegates to discuss their needs with NCVYS staff. This is held in partnership with NCVYS member organisation: Young Advisors 

14.00 Seminars

15.00 Break

15.15 Building a citizen society - Panel session with question and answers

Chaired by Ravi Chandiramani, Editor, Children and Young People Now magazine

Speakers will include:

Melody Hossaini, Contestant on The Apprentice 2011 and the founder of Inspire Engage

Shaun Bailey, Mnaging Director and Co-Founder, My Generation and Big Society Ambassador

Ceri Davies, Diana Award Winner and campaigner

Sophie Stephens, Senior Organiser for Brent, London Citizens

16.00 75th Anniversary celebraition and NCVYS awards ceremony

16.45 Close of Conference  

NCVYS Awards 

The NCVYS Awards celebrate the amazing contributions made by youth workers. They are open to the NCVYS network and celebrate the work and achievements of those in the voluntary youth sector. Giving us an opportunity to say 'thank you' to our peers for all their hard work. The awards will be presented during the all-day conference. 

Book a place 

For more information on the conference and seminars please read the flyer. To book a place please fill out the booking form and return it to annualconference@ncvys.org.uk .