PRESS RELEASE
**for immediate use**


WE SPEAK 2011

A forum for young people in Christchurch to have their say and take action!

WE SPEAK 2010 saw almost 100 youth come together to share their views on a broad mix of topics. This year’s WE SPEAK will focus on how the earthquake has affected the youth in Christchurch.

WE SPEAK 2011 gives the youth of Christchurch a chance to have a say in the shaping of the city and take action for the better.

WE SPEAK 2011 will be held simultaneously over four venues in Christchurch to represent how different parts of the city were affected by the earthquake.

The day will feature guest speakers, workshops on earthquake issues and how to turn dreams into reality. Participants also have the chance to win one of two Samsung Galaxy Android phones!

Participants are invited to register for the venue of their choice at www.oyc.co.nz. People wanting to observe throughout the day are invited to email info@oyc.co.nz

WE SPEAK 2011 is proudly brought to you by the Otautahi Youth Council (OYC,www.oyc.co.nz) and UNESCO (www.unesco.org.nz)

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