The Forgotten Generation Podcast
The Forgotten Generation Podcast
Podcast Description
The Forgotten Generation Podcast is about speaking to young people and inspiring changemakers about issues that matter to them, the journeys they’re on, and who they are to amplify their voices.
The Forgotten Generation Podcast is hosted by Troy Njenje-Mbanga who is an #iwill Ambassador and a young person with a learning disability and autism. Troy is a youth activist advocating for SEND inclusion and youth voice from Wakefield in West Yorkshire and is part of many local and national youth voice groups.
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The podcast emphasizes topics relevant to youth empowerment, social activism, and inclusion. Episodes often explore themes such as disability advocacy, climate action, and cultural identity, featuring discussions on initiatives like #iWill Week and special episodes for events like Black History Month.
The Forgotten Generation Podcast is about speaking to young people and inspiring changemakers about issues that matter to them, the journeys they’re on, and who they are to amplify their voices.
The Forgotten Generation Podcast is hosted by Troy Njenje-Mbanga who is an #iwill Ambassador and a young person with a learning disability and autism. Troy is a youth activist advocating for SEND inclusion and youth voice from Wakefield in West Yorkshire and is part of many local and national youth voice groups.
Today’s episode, hosted by Troy Njenje-Mbanga, is a Stand Up and Out episode amplifying the voices of young people who are often misrepresented or overlooked in conversations around SEND and invisible disabilities. Through lived experiences and personal stories, Troy explores what it means to stand up and stand out, and to make your voice heard.
Joining Troy is special guest Xuberdance, an award-winning street dance crew in Castleford, West Yorkshire, giving young people with disabilities and additional needs a space to be who they are, at all ages and all abilities. Troy is joined by Nathan, a crew member, and Layla, the Head Coach and a Teaching Assistant. Together, they discuss why it matters for young people with disabilities and additional needs to be themselves, to have a place to thrive, and to be given the opportunity to inspire others and spread positivity in the community.
To connect with Xuberdance, find them on Instagram and TikTok.
To find out more about Xuberdance and how to get involved, visit their website: Xuberdance.
To get connected with Troy, find him on Instagram, on LinkedIn, and on X.
The Forgotten Generation Podcast is a Be the Change Media Network production.
To follow along with The Forgotten Generation Podcast, you can find the podcast on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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If you have any questions, please email Lily Mott at [email protected].
The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Be the Change Media Network or its partners.
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