Why do I want to be involved?
I really wanted to get involved because it is a different and exciting project. Langport in previous years had many events, so now by the use of the church we can bring them back to life again. Being a young person in society I'm used to the stereotype of being a 'nuisance'. I think its unfair that we are stuck with that. So, by the fact that we are all young and working together, we can prove to everyone else that we are still capable of doing amazing things for the community. The first time I heard of the project I was wary as I automatically thought it was religious. But the more I found out the more intrigued and keen I was to get involved. This is an amazing opportunity for us!
How will it affect my future?
This project will give me a great insight into the business I'm about to start studying at Bridgwater College - Event planning. Therefore, from the managing, accountancy and planning training i will receive will really enhance my skills. I am currently studying to be a MakeUp Artist, which is a very different route, but event planning has always been a passion. Since starting work on this project it has pursuaded me to do it alongside. I will have many opportunities to attend conferences and speak to many people I wouldnt normally be able to, in which I am grateful for. It will also look very good on my CV, the fact that I am a founder and trustee of a charity. So, the harder I work, the more beneficial for my future and the future of the project.
Do I think it is interesting?
Definitely! I've never heard of a group of young people having responsibility of regenerating a church into something completely different . The heritage organisation who are backing our project have followed out many of these fantastic projects and havbe shown that the posibilities are endless. For example St. Paul's church in Bristol, which was renovated into a Circus School. I think that the fact a Church is such an important part of English heritage and religion for many people, and we have been trusted to renovate it into something completely different is very lucky. We have so many people on board to help us, with a wide range of skills to inspire us - this really gives us so many routes we can go down.
Where would I like to take it?
It is still very early days to say exactly where I would like to take it. But, there has been many nearby music venues closing down due to funding. Langport is a very central place and we wouldn't need to worry about funding (if we work hard enough!). It would be great to regenerate the church into a music venue for all types of genres. We have already been asked if a classical concert could take place, which i feel is just the start. Somerset is a very creative part of the country and I feel that we could work alongside many local, creative organisations to make something big. But we wouldn't just have to stop with music, we could breach out to Drama performances, hiring it out for various performances, art exhibitions etc, it really is endless. I would like to see the Church having many different uses for all ages in society.
I would also like the church to be used to give other young people the same opportunities that we have.
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