06/12/2006
Youth Conference to tackle anti-social behaviour
. 200 youngsters are to discuss the consequences of anti-social behaviour
. Drama, music and technology used to illustrate consequences
. Two day conference being held at Parklands School in Speke
Hundreds of Liverpool primary school youngsters are to be given lessons in the consequences of anti-social behaviour.
The two day 'Your Choice' conference at Parklands School in Speke - which starts on Thursday December 7th - will see more than 220 year six pupils learning more about the concept and consequences of anti-social behaviour through drama, music and technology.
It aims to enable them to better empathise and understand the issues experienced by the emergency services and partners as a result of anti-social behaviour.
Councillor Dave Antrobus, executive member for community safety, said: "The vast majority of youngsters in Liverpool are a credit to their parents or carers, but sometimes what they consider to be innocent behaviour such as congregating in groups can cause fear among older people.
"The main objective is to make young people aware that they alone are responsible for their choice of behaviour, and the possible consequences of those choices. "
The event has been funded by the city council's South Neighbourhood Management Team, Lee Valley Housing Association and Merseytravel.
The event is part of a wider citizenship programme that Citysafe, Liverpool's Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership, has been running for the past three years.
The event can be tailored to address specific issues which are affecting communities or schools such as criminal damage, gang culture, dangerous dogs, mini motorbikes etc.
Bill Morris, Head of Liverpool Anti-Social Behaviour Unit (LASBU) said: "The aim of this conference is to bring home to young people what can actually constitute anti-social behaviour. It can take many forms and have a huge impact on not only the local community but also the environment.
"This event aims to reinforce to pupils that acts of anti-social behaviour can affect the quality of life not only for themselves but for their families as well."
For further information please contact Paul Johnston, Broadcast News Officer, on 0151 225 2611 or 07740 918615.
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