Peabody Youth LDN has partnered with Microsoft and Speakers Trust to deliver free online masterclasses to young Londoners this half-term.
The not-for-profit housing association features five webinars taking place from 27th to 30th of October. Residents of a Peabody neighbourhood aged between 16 to 25 can book their free slot on Eventbrite.
We are back with our most popular masterclass to date!
In partnership with @SpeakersTrust learn the skill of public speaking!
📅27th October
⏱2-4pmLink: https://t.co/mPyJlBdHUs#publicspeaking #Youngleaders #virtual #Peabody #SpeakUp #SpeakOut pic.twitter.com/Y0f2aXxy1M
— Peabody Youth LDN (@PeabodyYouthLDN) October 7, 2020
A spokesperson for the organisation said: ‘‘This half-term at Peabody, our masterclasses will allow you to tap into the world of creativity and access employment opportunities.’’
The participants can improve their public speaking and journalism skills, learn how to launch a business, and develop a brand with LinkedIn.
Join us as we partner up with @MicrosoftUK to deliver a workshop that focuses on building employment opportunities as well as building your personal branding strategy.
📅29th October 2020
⏱3-4pmLink: https://t.co/Bo3NAwZaco#Masterclasses #Microsoft #YoungPeople #Peabody pic.twitter.com/KzCcsSQUQi
— Peabody Youth LDN (@PeabodyYouthLDN) October 15, 2020
The founder of MOVEWITHKB, Kwabena Benko, is hosting an Afrobeats dance and fitness session as a part of the initiative.
Peabody meets @MrAntennaKB! We are bringing an exciting vibe to a zoom screen near you!
Bringing fun and exciting way to lose weight and stay active.
📅28th October 2020
⏱2-3pmNo equipment needed.
Sportswear needed.
Link:https://t.co/xuCWdExxYJ pic.twitter.com/zBURCNv2jf
— Peabody Youth LDN (@PeabodyYouthLDN) October 15, 2020
Sponsors of the events are the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Community Fund, and HAYN Volunteering Academy.
According to the Peabody Community Foundation’s annual report for 2020, the organisation has offered over 78,300 hours of free and low-cost community activities.
Words: Kristina Hristova