Extraordinary Experiences: VOTE 16

Explore the future of democracy and the power of your voice
A person casting a ballot into a gray box against a vibrant blue background with a sunburst, symbolizing civic engagement and democracy - stock photo

Extraordinary Experiences: VOTE 16

Explore the future of democracy and the power of your voice

  • University of Plymouth campus

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&  Wednesday 25 November 2026, time TBC
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Your voice. Your choice. Your future. 
Open to Year 10–12 students, at Extraordinary Experiences: VOTE 16 you will explore the big questions around voting, democracy and the possibility of votes at 16 years old.
Through interactive sessions across politics, law, criminology and sociology, you'll discover why voting matters, debate different viewpoints and consider the impact your own generation could have on society.
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