vInspired is set to champion youth social action at the 2013 Party Conferences. Our interactive fringe event, ‘Pop-up for a Cause,’ will take place in the Youth Zone at both the Labour Party Conference in Brighton and the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester.
Engaging Youth Through Social Action
‘Pop-up for a Cause’ offers a platform to discuss empowering young individuals to tackle community issues. This event underscores the power of digital engagement to inspire offline action, showcasing vInspired’s role in encouraging young people across the UK to ‘pop up for a cause’ through initiatives like pop-up shops and local campaigns.
Labour Party Conference
- Date: Monday, 23rd September
- Time: 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
- Location: Brighton Centre, Youth Zone
Speakers: - Simon Danczuk MP - Young volunteers revitalizing Rochdale’s high streets. - Jayne Colquhoun - vInspired representative - Team v Young Leaders - Luke Harris and Patrick Mahaffey
Conservative Party Conference
- Date: Monday, 30th September
- Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Manchester Central, Central Room 6, Youth Zone
Speakers: - Gavin Barwell MP - Mobilizing youth in Croydon post-riots. - Terry Ryall - vInspired CEO - Rob Abraham - Team v Young Leader
Youth affairs are taking center stage in political discussions, and ‘Pop-up for a Cause’ aims to invigorate the debate with fresh perspectives on how youth and social action can address both local and national challenges.
Stay informed by following our live updates from both events on Twitter.
Explore more about vInspired at Creative Collisions and vInspired Live launches the #ChangeSomething campaign for insights into how vInspired continues to drive impactful youth engagement initiatives.
What's Changed Since Then
The volunteering landscape in the UK has transformed significantly. Digital platforms now make it easier than ever to find, apply for, and track volunteering. Vinspired offers AI-powered opportunity matching, verified digital certificates, and a portable impact profile that follows you through education and into employment. The mission remains the same — connecting people with causes they care about — but the tools are better than ever.
Recognition Today
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