Vision
Organised by
Church.co.uk/Waterloo and Oasis UK, working with XLP, Jump and Youthwork Magazine.
Aims
- Inspire the church to engage with the issue of young people and violence
- Equip youth workers and the church to progress in their response to youth violence
- Challenge the perception of young people
- Let people know the church is taking the issue seriously
- Provide space for partnerships to develop amongst delegates and organisations
Content
The conference will include workshops, seminars, keynote address, guest speakers, presentations by young people, and an evening celebration.
Speakers include young people from youth organisations, Steve Chalke, Patrick Regan, Jill Rowe, Martin Saunders (more contributors to be announced) and a special guest appearance by GreenJade.
"The God, Guns and Gangs conference is a timely reminder that together we can and must work hard to find solutions to some of the challenges facing young people and society right now. Faced with the tragic death of Jimmy, our son, we have chosen to commit ourselves, and are encouraging others, to do all we can to enable young people to flourish and contribute positively to their local community and the world around them. This is Jimmy's legacy. Joining together at the 'God, Guns and Gangs' Conference will undoubtedly provide a further springboard for more actions, more change and more hope."
Barry and Margaret Mizen (Parents of Jimmy Mizen)