Your PCC writes...
I was delighted to visit Urban Circle’s Summer Fest at Tredegar House last Friday.
The festival was devised and organised by young people aged 13 – 25 as part of Urban Circle’s U-Turn project, which is funded by my office. The project uses the creative arts to tackle social problems affecting young people in and around the Pillgwently area of Newport.
It was a fantastic event with a diverse line-up of music acts that brought young people together from across the city, breaking down barriers and helping to build a more cohesive community.
The young people on the event team gained stewarding and first aid qualifications, and about half of them also completed safeguarding and youth work accreditations. This enabled them to be paid a wage to work the event and will help them in the future when they are applying for jobs.
It has given young people the opportunity to channel their energy into something positive for their community and steer them away from potentially being involved in crime and anti-social behaviour.
I am delighted to be able to support the U-Turn Project for another year through my Community Fund and look forward to hearing about their next event.
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