The following competitions are open to young people from 7-17 years old. Entries for Young Writer, Photographer and Artist are welcome at any time in the year up to the deadline (usually February half term)
1. Youth Debate. This is for secondary school students. It is open to all schools or scout/guide groups in the Dunmow area.
2. Young Writer. This competition is open to anyone from 7-17 years old. Theme: Environment.
3. Young Photographer. This competition is open to anyone from 7-17 years old. Theme: Colours of Nature.
4. Young Artist. This competition is open to anyone from 5-17 years old. Theme: Colours of Nature.
5. Young Environmentalist. This competition is open to anyone from 5-17 years old.
6. Young Musician. This competition is open to anyone from 5-17 years old.
All of these competitions offer winning students the opportunity to go forward to the District and National Competitions. (except infant Young Artist which is only a local competition)
Every year we hold an awards evening in May/June to which teachers and families are invited. All participants get a certificate and the winning entries from all schools get prizes. The overall Dunmow winners get a special prize.
Vocational Support is offered to young people via schools or scout/guide groups, such as:
Mock interviews
Feedback on applications for jobs
Support for Young Enterprise Schemes
Sponsorship for Young Leadership course - RYLA
We are also interested in starting up a Rotakids group for younger students.
Committee
Jenny Versey, Brian Tranter, Vic Clarke, Mike Lodder.
'What We Do' Main Pages:
The Community Service Committee is responsible for organising events to give direct service to the community OR to raise funds for community groups and charities. Examples include: Father Christmas collections & Community Concerts.
moreThe Youth and Vocational Committee organises competitions for young people, with prizes awarded at the end of the year. It supports local schools with vocational and enterprise opportunities.
moreThe international Service Committee is responsible for our international service, including raising funds for International Charities and Foundation. It organises member's visits and exchange programmes.
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