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What is YouthPhoria UK © ? YouthPhoria UK© is a brand new inspirational, aspirational and educational digital magazine, for and by young people. YouthPhoria UK© features ordinary people doing extraordinary things as told through our S.O.S – Story of Success © written and video articles. These articles show that anyone can achieve or take part in education, business or lifestyle activities, but hard work, determination and belief is required. YouthPhoria UK© also focuses on a range of issues that are important to young people, challenging societal stereotypes and allowing the voice of young people to be heard, along with topics such as health and nutrition, cooking, travel, fashion, music, entertainment, art, world affairs, human rights, money, relationships and accessing support services. YouthPhoria UK© aims to: l Create a platform for the youth voice to be heard and shared l Promote positive images and stories of young people l Challenge negative stereotypes and prejudices l Inspire and motivate the reader to explore different options in education, training, business & enterprise and life experiences l Become an international brand that allows UK youth to form positive relationships with their counterparts across the world, opening up global communication and understanding This will be achieved through: l Providing training, work experience and employment opportunities for young people through our YouPhorMedia© training programme. l Creating opportunities for young people to contribute towards the content of the magazine through interactive forums and platforms as well as freelancing l Forming partnerships with businesses, organisations, enterprises and individuals who can support the trainees with mentorship, work placements, tools and resources. l Delivering a careers advice feature that will give relevant and realistic information and support YouPhorMedia© Training Programme (commencing mid 2014) Trainees will gain skills in research, journalism, design, photography, videography, communications, marketing, administration and business management. As well as events management when we hold our YouthPhoria UK© talent showcases! What is the vision for YouthPhoria UK © ? The vision is for YouthPhoria UK© to become a monthly publication that is seen as THE voice for young people of all backgrounds, cultures and beliefs led by a team of creative and passionate youth who have been trained in the roles of editors, journalists, designers, photographers / videographers, researchers etc., ensuring that the content is fully representative of their views and outlook. The team will be supported by professionals who will guide and mentor them to ensure that they develop the right skills at the appropriate level to be competitive in the job market and secure employment, or be able to set up their own business. How you can be involved with YouthPhoria UK © ? Age 13 - 25? Join the YouPhorMedia© training programme: Register your interest by emailing [email protected] and we will let you know when it’s going to start in 2014. Sponsorship: If you enjoy this edition of YouthPhoria UK© and understand our vision, you might like to get involved as a sponsor by contributing your time, expertise, resources or finance. Please email [email protected] or call 020 8677 8009 YouthPhoria UK© (and all associated products) is owned by Youth in Excellence (YiE). YiE, a social enterprise founded by Kay Oldroyd and Tony Harrison in 2013, works with young people, families, schools and communities in a way that promotes understanding, confidence, empowerment and progression through a range of products and services. www.youthinexcellence.com YouthPhoriaUK 05