Join ACCESS at TEDxYouth, Prom Expo and Youth Workshops
Within the next 3 weeks, ACCESS is pleased to be involved with 3 exciting youth events hosted in Peel Region. ACCESS invites you to attend TEDxYouth@Brampton, The Prom Expo, and Speak Up for Change Workshop Series all between now and March 1.
Speak Up for Change Workshops
Tuesday February 18 and 25, 2014
The Speak Up for Change Workshop Series for youth looking to make a positive difference continues this month, co-hosted with STEP. Register for these free workshops on taking the next step, Stepping Up (February 18) and on the power of partnerships, Partnerships and Mentors (February 25) both held in Brampton at South Fletcher's from 4:30–6:30 pm. Free Public Transit and Refreshments will be provided.
The Prom Expo
Saturday February 22, 2014
For students attending Prom or Semi Formals (either this year or next, it's never too early to get prepared), The Prom Expo is an amazing event for students by students, with proceeds supporting ACCESS! Tickets for the Prom Fashion Show and many Local Vendors are available online right here. Saturday, February 22 at the Riverstone Golf & Country Club in Brampton. For more on this event and its relationship to ACCESS, read this announcement.
TEDxYouth@Brampton
Saturday March 1, 2014
Through the theme Redefining Normal, the first-ever TEDxYouth@Brampton will empower youth to lead creative, self-satisfying lives that will enable them to look beyond the conventional forms of living. The conference's speakers range from Noble Lauriets to charismatic leaders, who all share a single vision: to share their ideas in the hopes to alter our mindset. The event will be held at St. Marguerite d'Youville Secondary School. Tickets are available right now online here. To learn more about ACCESS support of TEDxYouth@Brampton, please read this announcement.
Milestone event by Students, for Students: Prom Expo 2014 partners with ACCESS
ACCESS is pleased to partner with Prom Expo 2014, a new and exciting event run by students, for students, coming to Brampton on February 22. Prom Expo is completely executed by students, who want to give back to their community. It is an event where youth showcase their talents, strengths, and creativity in an environment where they are challenged and motivated to show their personal best.
Students helping students
This year, Prom Expo is proud to support ACCESS – a youth run not-for-profit organization inspiring local youth to create social change within their communities. A portion of the event's proceeds will be donated directly to ACCESS, which will benefit local youth workshops and school programs.
Solid student involvement
Local high school students can Volunteer directly with the Prom Expo team, a group of university and college students who have specialized in Fashion, Marketing, Communications or Design. Students will work together to plan and execute the entire Prom Expo, ultimately creating an environment where they can learn more about the industry and gain the experience necessary to succeed in their future endeavours. Local high school students can apply to be in the show as a Model, where they will also be given the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the fashion industry.
Contributing to a memorable student experience
By attending Prom Expo 2014, students and their parents can look forward to saving time and money. They will have the opportunity to interact with vendors and learn more about the products and services they need for an unforgettable prom experience. Prom Expo features vendors from across the Brampton, Mississauga, and Vaughan communities. There will be a Fashion Show featuring dresses, hair, and make-up from local vendors, highlighting all of the upcoming trends for Prom 2014.
Interested Vendors and Advertisers should contact info@promexpo.ca. Along with a portion of ticket sales, Advertising Sales also support ACCESS.
Fundraising opportunity for all
By selling tickets to Prom Expo 2014 in their own schools, students are able to raise money for both ACCESS and their school's prom or extracurricular activities. Interested Schools, Prom Committees or Student Councils should contact prom@accesscharity.ca to receive further Fundraising details.
For more information on the Prom Expo, please visit promexpo.ca. For more information on ACCESS, please visit accesscharity.ca.
Media Contacts
Chantelle Bianchi, Marketing & Communications, Prom Expo chantelle@promexpo.ca | 647-215-9916 | promexpo.ca
Daniel Francavilla, Executive Director, ACCESS daniel@accesscharity.ca | 647-893-7504 | accesscharity.ca