Kevin Robinson, Marlborough’s Youth worker for the new Area Youth Forum explained his vision for the new Forum, and called for volunteers to help make this a key focal point for the youth of the town.
He explained to marlborough.news: “My vision is that the club becomes a hub for young people in Marlborough, a safe space, providing fun and engaging activities for the members. We understand that our young people are under the constant threat of negative influence, and they are particularly vulnerable to these influences when their minds are not fully engaged.”
Whilst enhancing the services to the town’s youth, alongside the regular Youth Project at the Youth Centre, Kevin further outlined what activities the Forum will offer to Marlborough’s young who will come on board: “Organised themed Fridays, the members will know exactly whats on each week. Some of the activities that we would like to see are:
1) Movie Nights : An Evening of Films and food and drink (pop corn, hot dog, sweets, coke etc), mimicking the cinema experience.
2) A evening of Sport, where the member gets to participate in different sports, such as football, basket balls, rounders, Rounders as well as board games such as chess, Checkers, Mexican Trains, Nintendo Wii etc.
3) Guest Speakers and educational week, where we have guests from the community (Police , health and wellbeing professionals coming in to speak to the members about Relevant topics.
But currently the call is for more volunteers. Kevin added: “At the moment the greatest challenge we are facing is the having enough volunteers to ensure that the club remain viable.
We are looking for volunteers who can commit a minimum of 6 hours per month. This is a mimimum of two Friday Sessions per month. There are many areas of the club the volunteers can participate in. We are confident the volunteers will find the experience both rewarding and enjoyable. This is a chance to play a role in shaping the future of Marlborough by working with the youths of the area and making an impact in the life of the most at risked group in the community.”
If you would like to volunteer, or to find out more about how contact Caroline Thomas, Wiltshire Councillor for Marlborough East and Town Councillor. Contact her by e-mail at: thomascs@me.com.
AM New Careers Scheme Associate – Marlborough
