Swindon, UK - Now in its eighth year, the Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) Festival of Social Science is aiming to provoke debate and discussion about climate change and the environment from young people across the UK. Drawing on their passion and enthusiasm, festival events will be engaging young people in topics such as sustainable communities, how humans should respond to a changing climate, and how they can use less energy in their day-to-day lives.

Rather than just listening to academics, young people will actively contribute to each of the events. Some of the events are completely interactive and hands-on, giving young people the opportunity to get real experience of the social sciences. At an event taking place in the Peak District, young people will be able to take part in a series of experiments to explore the relationship between moorlands, people, and climate change. In Newcastle students will become directors with hands-on experience of creating a documentary showcasing their ideas about how humans can deal with a changing climate.

Informing young people of the issues surrounding climate change, and helping them to think of possible solutions, is important for the future. As the young people of today will be the leaders of the future, it is essential to hear their views and let them get a better understanding of the wider issues.

The ESRC’s Festival of Social Science encourages young people to discuss, discover and debate at exhibitions, talks and workshops. It gives them the chance not only to learn about themselves but to explore their future potential by getting involved with social science as well as wider society. The Festival is happening from 12-21 March 2010 as part of National Science and Engineering Week.

Quelle: Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)

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