Wakefield: Where We Are... participants

Adrianna

I live in Wakefield and I am studying Digital Computing at Wakefield College. I joined this project because I really like art and I wanted to learn more about culture. I am excited to continue studying at college next year.

André

I am originally from El Salvador. I am studying English at Wakefield College. I joined this project because I was excited to be involved in a project with the British Museum. I feel positive about the future, things are getting much better for me.

Brooke

I am studying a Get Set employability course at Wakefield College. I joined this project because I hoped it would grow my confidence. I am looking forward to doing Project Search next year, which will help me to get a job in healthcare.

Chloe

I work in Create café in Wakefield One. I joined this project because I wanted to learn some artistic skills and meet new people. I am looking forward to working at Create next year because I like the people I work with.

Eloise

I am studying at a Special Educational Needs college in Newmillerdam. I joined this project because I wanted to meet new people and explore arts and culture. Next year, I am looking forward to leaving college and seeing what is next.

Fernando

I am originally from Honduras and I speak Spanish. I am studying Maths and English at Leeds City College. I joined this project because I wanted to learn more about the British Museum. I am excited to move to a proper house and finish college next year.

Hafsa

I finished university last year and I am having a break before I look for a job. I joined this project because I enjoy art and I wanted to learn new skills. I would like to pursue a creative career and I am excited to see where that will take me.

Huma

I finished university last year and I work in JD Sports in Wakefield. I joined this project to try something new that I’ve never done before. I am excited to move somewhere new next year and see what happens.

Isra

I am originally from Sudan. I am studying English, Maths and ICT at Wakefield College. I joined this project because I wanted to try something new and meet people. I am excited to train as a Flight Attendant next year.

Taqwi

I am studying Health & Social Care at Wakefield College. I joined this project because I am new to the country and I wanted to meet new people. I am excited to get a job so I can afford to visit my grandma in Sudan.

Thomas

I am studying Vocational Options, Tasters & Employability at Wakefield College. I thought this project would be something interesting to do and I have really enjoyed learning to take photographs. I am excited to keep studying at college next year.

Troy

I volunteer as an activist for young people. I joined this project because I believed it would give me a chance to have a positive impact on arts and culture. I am excited to see the effect of my activism on local organisations.