Dates: 12 – 17April 2025
“Inspiring Voices: The Big Baraza”
Six delegates from Vivek High School participated in the Round Square Inspiring Voices event in the UK held from 12th to 17th April 2025. This event brought them together with peers from different countries to share perspectives, debate topical issues, forge friendships, support local communities, and develop international understanding. The Round Square Inspiring Voices event brought together 400 students aged 15-18 and their teachers from different countries to build global understanding through public speaking, debates at The Oxford Union, and workshop discussions.
The VHS delegates were:
1. Gurnivaaz Kaur Sandhu – Class 12
2. Mannat Verma – Class 12
3. Tashveen Sirphikhi – Class 11
4. Ayesha Sachin Bindal – Class 10-IG
5. Tisya Juneja – Class 9
6. Rivaan Rampal-Class 9
Adult delegate- Ms. Jaspal Mann
Students participated in Baraza discussions, mask-making workshops, city discovery trails, and formal debates at the renowned Oxford Union throughout the event. Highlights included inspiring keynote speeches, engaging cultural evenings, and a powerful closing ceremony at the historic Sheldonian Theatre, where Gurnivaaz Kaur Sandhu represented VHS as a keynote speaker.
Key takeaways from the event included:
- Improved public speaking and debating skills
- Insightful discussions on global issues
- Opportunities for leadership and team building
- Exposure to diverse viewpoints and perspectives
- Significant personal growth and confidence-building
The event was a valuable and enriching experience that fostered international friendships, enhanced critical thinking, and nurtured a strong sense of global citizenship among the participants. It was a golden opportunity and a worthwhile learning experience for the ‘VHS Team’.
