News - Camden Rise

Pupils from Camden primary and secondary schools presented their findings and ideas around key topics to a panel of senior Camden Council representatives as part of the annual Takeover Challenge, which was held in the Council Chamber, Crowndale Centre, on Friday, 26 November. The children, ranging from Year 5 to Year 9, put forward their views on education and making the curriculum...

Do you know a young person who has achieved something that deserves recognition? Will their story inspire and encourage others? If so, we want your nomination. Nominations for the Camden Youth Awards 2022 can come from young people, professionals, parents, guardians, carers and local residents. The deadline to submit them has now been extended until Tuesday, 11 January 2022. These awards...

I was given the opportunity to become a Peer Advocate for Camden’s Youth Offending Service (YOS) at the age of 17, at a time when I was feeling lost, having made some poor life choices, with no plans for the future.  Fast forward two-and-a-half years - I’m now 19, with a skillset and wealth of experience, which are thanks to this role providing me with a stepping stone to success. I...

Realise your potential through life-changing Camden Scholarships, with fully-funded courses starting in September 2022. Camden Council is working with Hult International Business School to offer both undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities to local people.  Hult International Business School is offering a full tuition scholarship for a full time, three to four year...

Camden STEAM workplace visits give local young people an insight into the world of the growing creative, tech, digital and scientific sector in the borough. SNK Studios and Red Apple Creative have hosted their first successful STEAM workplace visit, giving young people aged 16 to 18 the opportunity to come into their studios to take part in a workshop and learn more about working in the...