Saturday Dec 5

The Gulbenkian, University of Kent

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#TN2015Where young people, rockstar thought leaders and artists tackle five big questions on how technology is impacting everyday life and shaping our futures.

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The Gulbenkian is an Arts Council of England National Portfolio Organisation. As a pioneer in the creative empowerment and engagement of children and young people, they are ThinkNation’s perfect venue partner.

About #TN2015

Date: Saturday Dec 5, 10am-4.30pm

Location: The Gulbenkian University of Kent, Canterbury

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As a compelling and inspiring personality, Rick will perfectly connect with the gathered audience of young people in the theatre and beyond (via live online broadcast).

About #TN2015 Host: Rick Edwards

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The day-long event consists of five sessions, each featuring three 10-minute inspiring talks: two from a 'rockstar' leader, visionary or artist, and one from a young person or persons from the wider community.

#TN2015 format

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Crucially, ThinkNation will provide a platform for young peoples' views to be heard on important questions alongside hugely influential organisations and thought leaders.

#TN2015 event impact

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ThinkNation.co and permanent digital presence (YouTube channel, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram etc.) will give young people the opportunity to not only have a say, but also inspire change… and inspire others to find their voice.

#TN2015 digital impact

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1: Life cycles “Should technology help humans live forever?”

#TN2015 sessions and questions

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2: Beyond earth “Is space exploration pointless and expensive, or the future of our species?”

3: The digital self “Is social media creating a selfish or selfless generation?”

4: The human touch “Will technology enhance or diminish our humanity?”

5: New realities “Is screen time helping or hindering our ability to ‘live in the moment’?”

Confirmed #TN2015 rockstar speakers (more to be announced)

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Dr John TroyerDeputy Director, Centre for Death and

Society, University of Bath

Spoken word poetDean Atta

Punk Science Science Museum

Abby TomlinsonOnline political activist

Calum ChaceArtificial Intelligence writer

and futurist

Cara EllisonGame critic and video game

narrative designer

ThinkNation and LokalLokal is a collaboration of young international artists. Using the five ThinkNation questions they are creating their own visual responses.We’ve so far had over 20 responses, from young artists in US, Netherlands, UK, Taiwan, Mexico and more.

Final approved creations will be shown on screen on stage during QnA session associated with their specific question.

Is social media creating a selfish generation?

Should technology help humans live forever?

Is social media creating a selfish generation?

#TN2015 collaborating with young international artists

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#TN2015 collaborating with young creativesThinkNation and Ideas Test

Ideas Test’s mission is to increase opportunities for young people to take part in arts and creative activity in whatever way they choose.

We will work together to push the questions out to young people; plus run a livestream broadcast event on December 5 from their HQ.

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#TN2015 collaborating with KM GroupKM Group: Regional News Partner

From publicising how young people can participate and get involved, to online features, radio interviews, VIP ticket competitions and live streaming the event on Dec 5, KM Online and KMFM will be helping ThinkNation reach and engage relevant audiences.

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• Sponsors • Media and amplification

partners • Collaborators

lizzieh@thinknation.co07787 906 259

#TN2015: Get involvedWe’re seeking:

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