Three members of the Tasman Youth Council have been selected to attend the 2025 International Youth Conference for Peace in the Future (IYCPF), next month in Japan!
Molly McManus and Diksha Mahajan of the Waimea Youth Council, and Angus Forrester of the Murchison Youth Council, will represent Tasman in Hiroshima under the Mayor’s for Peace initiative.
The IYCPF brings together young people from across the globe including those from Hiroshima’s sister and friendship cities to explore ideas of global peace, strengthen cross-cultural understanding, and build lasting connections.
Through meaningful discussions and shared experiences, participants work together to promote peace for future generations.
The 10-day event will be held in Hiroshima City from 1 August. This year’s conference holds special significance as it coincides with the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
Out of 48 participants selected from 16 countries, we’re incredibly proud that three are from right here in the Tasman Youth Council.
This international gathering is a life-changing opportunity for our young people to grow as global citizens and peace advocates, honouring the past to help build a more peaceful and united future.
This is made possible thanks to these sponsors: Orbit Travel, Air New Zealand, Mayors Discretionary Fund, Nayland School, Murchison Rural Women’s, Murchison Recycling Centre, Club Murchison, and the kid’s parents and grandparents.