ToekomstDenkTank meeting: choices for the future: school, study, and you(th)

In the ToekomstDenkTank meeting held on September 6th, we explored the various pathways that young individuals may encounter as they navigate their journey to a working life. The evening started with an engaging lecture delivered by Charlotte Mol on children’s rights and family judges. She also shared her personal story about the journey towards work. 

Following this enlightening talk, we engaged in an interactive discussion with Sanne Akkerman, who shed light on the hurdles and challenges that young people often face along the meandering course of their lives—a metaphorical river known as the River of Life. The River of Life, during our session, became adorned with notes contributed by the ToekomstDenkTank. These notes emphasized the significance of the journey itself, as opposed to just the ultimate destination. They underscored the idea that seemingly random encounters with inspirational figures can steer one towards a new path. 

Lastly, the ToekomstDenkTank collaborated on setting research objectives for an upcoming pop-up meeting. Their primary curiosity revolved around whether individuals who follow the conventional route to employment, meaning school, college, and employment, experience the same level of contentment as those who embark on a less traditional, more winding path. 

Inspired and intrigued by the idea of random encounters? Send an email to becomingadults@uu.nl and receive an invitation to a coffee date with a stranger.