Welcome to Wonderfest 2022
Wonderfest is our annual festival for young people aged 13+, parents and professionals working with young people to support their wellbeing.
We have a jam-packed schedule of online sessions and workshops over the weekend of 15, 16 & 17 July.
Friday 15 July is the professionals online event.
This is aimed at teachers, organisational staff, and anyone who works with young people. This day will focus on bringing trauma informed practices to life when working with young people. Tickets for the professionals day cost £95.
Saturday 16 July is the online wellbeing day for young people and parents/carers. Tickets for this day are FREE!
On Sunday 17 July we have a FREE pop-up festival in Swansea! This mini festival will take place at the National Waterfront Museum from 11am – 4pm.
We hope you’ll join us, it’ll be a lot of fun!
Festival line-up
Friday 15 July
09:30 - 09:45
Welcome
Introducing the conference
Rocio CifuentesThe Children's Commissioner for Wales, Rocio Cifuentes will open the day for the online professionals event.
Get your day ticket09:45 - 10:45
Talk
Moving from 'knowing' to 'doing' when understanding Trauma Informed Practice
Lisa CherryOur keynote speaker Lisa Cherry, will be talking about making the move from 'knowing' to 'doing' when understanding Trauma Informed Practice.
Get your day ticket11:00 - 11:30
Talk
An introduction to systems change: children & families
Dr Jen Daffin & Rebecca ThomasDr Jen Daffin (Platfform) & Rebecca Thomas (Save the Children) will be giving an overview the ground-breaking work they are doing with children and families in the early years.
Get your day ticket11:45 - 12:45
Talk
How we work with young people at Platfform
Siobhan ParryOur Head of Young People's services will walk you through the Platfform approach for working with young people.
Get your day ticket13:45 - 14:45
Talk
Positive psychology & coaching skills for young people
Claire HarrisonClaire Harrison from Worth - It Coaching will coach you on using positive psychology with the young people you work with.
Get your day ticket15:00 - 16:15
Talk & Panel Discussion
Supporting LGBTQIA+ young people
Christian Webb (he/they) & Young PeopleChristian Webb and a panel of young people will offer the opportunity to learn more about the issues facing LGBTQ+ young people whilst being introduced to the top things to consider when supporting them.
Get your day ticket16:30 - 17:00
Talk
Young people's stories
Young peopleA collection of positive stories from young people
Get your day ticket17:00 - 18:00
Talk
Prioritising the mental health and well-being of children and young people in Wales
Lynne Neagle MSLynne Neagle, the Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing for the Welsh Government will share her plans for the coming years.
Get your day ticket18:00 - 18:15
Talk
Closing remarks
Ewan HiltonPlatfform's CEO will be wrapping up the day with some insights and info about our future projects.
Get your day ticketSaturday 16 July
09:30 - 10:00
Welcome
The Platfform way and introduction
Siobhan ParrySiobhan Parry, Head of Young People's Services sharing about how we work with young people at Platfform and why it works.
Get your day ticket10:00 - 10:45
Talk
How to communicate with each other kindly
Claire HarrisClaire Harris from Worth - It Coaching will be guiding us through a workshop about how to communicate with each other kindly.
Get your day ticket11:00 - 11:45
Talk
Papyrus' suicide prevention helpline
KatePapyrus, the charity for the prevention of young suicide will share with you all you need to know about their helpline and what to expect if you call them.
Get your day ticket12:00 - 12:45
Talk
The positives of social media and how to use it safely to get what you need
Emil HoweEmil Howe is a Digital Wellbeing Expert, who will talk about the positives of social media and how to use it safely to get what you need.
Get your day ticket13:00 - 13:45
Talk
The helpline service for children and young people
Jo McCarthyMeic, the helpline service for children and young people up to the age of 25 in Wales will be sharing all you need to know about the support they can offer.
Get your day ticket14:00 - 14:45
Talk
Supporting a young person questioning their gender identity
Morgan ClarkMorgan Clark will be talking about how you can support a young person questioning their gender identity positively.
Get your day ticketSunday 17 July
11:00 - 16:00
pop up festival
Swansea
PlatfformJoin us at our mini festival at the National Waterfront Museum to celebrate everything wellbeing for young people and their families! There will be lots of activities, alpacas, taster sport sessions, arts and crafts, stalls informing you of the support there is available in the area, young people's small businesses selling their wonderful things, music and lots, lots more! Its FREE so come and join us for a fun day out!
Get your day ticket