Description

Hosted by Dr. Keri Wong, this thought-provoking interview features Areeb Ahmed, Jasmine Lee, and Isil Bastug as they reflect on their experiences with the Empower Islington project — a collaborative initiative between UCL and Islington Council. Centered around five co-created workshops, the project aimed to support young people’s mental and physical wellbeing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Learning Objectives

A. To recognize how co-produced workshops can empower young people to share their experiences and shape mental health support.

B. To know the challenges young people faced during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly around mental health and access to support.

C. To understand effective strategies for engaging young people in research and community initiatives through collaboration with trusted networks.

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