YSI participants from 2009 talk about what makes them a young social innovator

YSI participants from 2009 talk about the difference they made through taking part in Young Social Innovators

YSI partcipants from 2009 talk about what they learned from taking part in Young Social Innovators

“It’s great fun, you meet lots of new people, and it gets you thinking about not just yourself but global issues and local issues as well”.

“I know it’s serious but it’s really good fun too, you’re not just sat in the classroom everyday, heads down doing work. You have to go out and do your own work and your own research so it’s really fun.”

“It gives you a different outlook on life…it broadens your mind to things”

“It’s a good chance to raise awareness for projects you are passionate about”

“If there’s an issue that you feel really strongly about, it’s (YSI’s) a place that people are actually going to listen to what you have to say and we can try to make a difference”.

“It is the funnest thing you will ever do…and it’s such a great opportunity to meet new people…it brings people out of themselves and gives them a load of confidence”

“It helps you learn about other things that you should be learning about but you can’t”

“It’s definitely the best experience we’ve ever had…your dealing with a big social issue and while dealing with something so serious your actually having loads of fun and learning so much new stuff, it’s just brilliant!”

“If there’s something you’re really interested in and you want to get involved in or make a difference, YSI is the best way to explore what you want to do”.

“It’s good to make people aware of the social issues in your community and its fun to do as well.”