Christmas themed Mayoral youth initiative call out
7 November 2024
Mayor of Derry and Strabane, Councillor Lilian Barr, has issued an open invitation to young people across the Council area to join her for a Christmas themed Youth social event at the Guildhall, on November 28th.
This Christmas event is the second in a series of “Our Guildhall Our Space” events hosted by the Mayor to reach out to young people and encourage them to enjoy a social night with friends whilst enjoying live music, DJs, food, and craic. Last month the Mayor hosted her first event, and it was a great success with over 260 young people of all ages and from the city and district enjoying each other’s company and the live entertainment.
The Christmas themed event is one of five social events scheduled to take place during the Mayor’s term in office.
Encouraging young people to register to come along, the Mayor said she really wanted to reach out to each young person and open the doors of the Guildhall to them so they can meet new friends, enjoy live music and have a chat about the things that are important to them.
“I want to engage with the young people of our Council area and make them feel that the Guildhall is a welcoming space for them to come visit and enjoy with their friends,” she said.
Youth organisations and community groups have been involved in helping to coordinate the event and those interested in attending must register in advance to identify any dietary issues, provide consent and contact details.
Admission to the Our Guildhall, Our Space is free and young people can register online on a first come, first served basis.
Live music will be by local bands and DJs chosen by young people, a hot food buffet will be provided to all attendees considering all dietary requirements. Transport will be available, where required, for people in living in Strabane and the rural areas of Derg, Sperrin and Faughan attending.
The Christmas event will run from 6.00 pm to 8.00pm for those aged between 12 and 15 – with registration at 5.30pm - while 16–20-year-olds are invited to register at 8.15pm ahead of the event which runs from 8.30 and 10.30pm.
The Our Guildhall, Our Space demonstrates the commitment that decision makers at all levels in the district are making to involve and support young people, whilst also contributing to the areas journey towards UNICEF UK Child Friendly Cities and Communities recognition.
To register and submit your consent form - click on the following link and scroll down to Registration Form on the Menu - www.derrystrabane.com/mayorshub or contact the Mayors office directly.