Since a young age I have
always shown an interest in politics. Having my uncle John Hume so heavily
involved has meant I have grown up with it. But the fact is, I want to grow up
in a society that I would like to see future generations live in. Walking through
the doors of the Ramada Plaza last Friday my eyes was opened to a whole new
world and experience for me.
This was my first SDLP party
conference. There were so many people present in the foyer from the SDLP, some
of whom I recognised from the TV. As the day went on I was in and out of the
conference room attending many different debates of which I had an interest. It
was great hearing many different speakers talk on a wide range of topics,
including education and health to name just a few. With this being my first
conference, I understood most of what people spoke of and it gave me a better
understanding on what actually happens within politics and Stormont.
From the debates I attended,
I believed strongly that these people represented my interests and when I get
older I feel that things will be better and stronger for us, the youth of
today. Seeing all the MP's, MLA's, councillors and representatives of the SDLP
was amazing, and to think their ways are exactly what I want. Believing in them
in making a better future.
Another great experience to
take from the conference was getting my photograph take with different
important people. Getting to meet the Lord Mayor of Belfast Nichola Mallon,
Fearghal McKinney MLA and Mark H Durkan MLA to name but a few.
This was the first of many
conferences for me and I enjoyed it from the start to finish. If I was to take
anything from the conference, it would be that everyone has an opinion. But
more importantly, the youth's views are vital and with the right representation
we can build a better future for everyone
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