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Achievements 2009

Every member on TDYC is encouraged to take part in a number of activities and events. Not only does it show our commitment to the community, it also builds members confidence, which is really important for Tom "because as our confidence grows so does are successes and 2008 really proved that".

Achievements 2008

Tendring Youth Bus

Tendring Community Transport (TCT) and Tendring District Youth Council (TDYC) embarked on a journey to drive forward the aspirations of both organisations in providing high quality and dedicated transport journeys to children and young people.
 

Young people have been in the driving seat throughout the project and at every cornerstone provided direction which has led to the success of the Youth Bus today!

Please visit our Youth Bus page for a full history of the development of the Tendring Youth Bus.
 

The Talents of Tendring’s Youth

Tendring District Youth Council (TDYC) has hailed the third annual Tendring Youth Awards as the Magic of Tendring’s Youth. The ceremony is now a signature event was held at the Princes Theatre, Clacton, which opened its doors to more then 500 people who watched awards, dished out to different groups and individuals.

The Princes Theatre Youth Group, Brightlingsea Junior School Dance Club, Chase Lane Brass Band and Colbayns Soft Rock Group provided breathing taking entertainment. TDYC the lead partner for the Tendring Youth Awards and an umbrella organisation to youth groups in Tendring hosted the evening in recognition to all the children and young people who spend an enormous amount of time making a positive contribution right across Tendring.

Guests of honour for the ceremony included Cllr. Elizabeth Hart, Chairman Elect of Essex County Council and Cllr. David Lines, Leader of Tendring District Council (TDC).
 

Stephen Mayzes, Chairman of the Judges said “The awards are an event to celebrate the remarkable attributes and achievements that our young people make right across the district every day of the year. “I feel it’s really important to dedicate one night a year to highlight and showcase the talents of Tendring’s Youth.
“I aim to make the event bigger, better and brighter every year in response to the positive contributions the young people of Tendring continue to make in our local communities.”

TDYC Launches On-Line Forum

YOUTH councillors have launched an online forum to mark their group’s fourth anniversary.
 

The Tendring District Youth Council (TDYC) initiative, named the V-Box, is aimed at providing youngsters in the district with a facility to make their voices heard.
Youth councillor William Harragan said: “This is a shining example of young people who are passionate about providing a voice for young people."
 

TDYC On The House

Members of Tendring District Youth Council (TDYC) had the rare opportunity to experience the day as budding politicians at the House of Commons, London during the two week Easter recess.
 

12 members of TDYC exclusively toured the Houses of both the Lords and the Commons arranged by TDYC Honorary President and local MP Douglas Carswell. The tour ended with a question time session on youth issues affecting Tendring including anti social behaviour, environment and transport.
 

Members had the chance to experience democracy first hand and how important Parliament is to this country. Throughout the tour members were tested on how much they knew about Parliament and its doings.
 

As part of a young persons role within TDYC members undertake the Membership Development Program that involves the development of skills including how to chair a meeting, write and take minutes, public speaking and visiting the House of Commons.
 

William Harragan, Deputy Leader said “Touring the Houses of Parliament were really interesting and full of history. “The day was a great experience for the Youth Councillors.”
 

TDYC Go Tastic

During the two weeks of the Easter Break, over 200 young people took part in additional TDYC provision across a number of sites in Tendring including Bishops Park College in Clacton which was the host of Sportastic and Eggtastic days for youngsters aged 6 – 12.


 

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