A new creative programme supporting young women to make a difference in the world through a digital social action project including a free residential retreat!
Are you passionate about changing the world?
Want to meet new people or make new friends?
Do you want to learn new skills and increase your self confidence?
Are you a self-identifying women between 16-18 years?
YES!!! Then this new programme is exactly what you need!
Apply here – https://bit.ly/2PSOkR3. Deadline is Wednesday the 29th of January 2020.
What is it?
The Maker City x Stemettes Curiosity Project brings together girls from London and Bristol to work on big ideas to create positive change. Maker City (from Knowle West Media Centre, Bristol) and Stemettes (London) have teamed up to create an amazing programme for 20 young women.
What will I be doing?
During the programme you will learn about social action and how to develop your ideas into a campaign. You’ll develop new skills to help drive your project like photography, video, animation, design and web development. You’ll also work with brilliant mentors and meet inspiring professional women!
No previous digital or tech experience is necessary.
Why should I take part?
- Build your self confidence
- Improve your wellbeing
- Meet other like minded young women from Bristol and London
- Develop a creative social action project
- Learn new technology skills such as laser cutting, digital embroidery and web design
- Build your CV
- Receive 1-2-1 mentoring and coaching
When is it?
If you Live in Bristol cohort you will need to be available on the following dates:
- Sunday 2nd February 10-4pm
- Retreat – 14th – 16th February
- Development session 1: 21st February – 10 -4pm
- Development session 2: 15th March – 10 -4pm
- Graduation: 28th March 10 -4pm
If you Live in London you will need to be available on the following dates:
- Saturday 1st February 10-4pm
- Retreat – 14th – 16th February
- Development session 1: 20th February – 10 -4pm
- Development session 2: 14th March – 10 -4pm
- Graduation: 28th March – 10 -4pm
About the Retreat
You’ll be spending two nights away in a beautiful venue just outside of Bristol (about 90ins from London). All transport, bedding, food and drinks are included.
This is a great time to get to know everyone, we’ll be working your passion project ideas, and meeting some inspiring women in STEM. You’ll also get the chance to do some photography, filmmaking and creative writing!
EVERYONE will be expected to attend the full retreat: Friday 14 to Sunday 16 February 2020 to come on the residential!
Graduation
We will have an amazing graduation event in London where we will celebrate your achievements, share your projects and get your certificates!
How do I get Involved?
Apply here – https://bit.ly/2PSOkR3
Not sure if this for you? Get in touch:
Email: dot@kwmc.org.uk
Whatsapp/Text (mon-fri 9-6pm): 07518272039