Wednesday 22 October 2025 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Venton Centre, Chapel Parc, Newquay, TR8 5AH

Join us for a powerful one-day conference designed for professionals working with children and young people. The Tech Positive Symposium explores how digital life shapes identity, relationships, and development—and how we can support young people to thrive online.

Rather than focusing on fear, this event highlights the positive potential of technology: connection, creativity, empowerment, and resilience. You’ll gain practical tools and fresh insight into topics like:

• Digital Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)
• Critical thinking in online spaces
• Digital risks and resilience
• Supporting young people with SEND in the digital world

 Expert speakers include:

• Professor Andy Phippen – on digital wellbeing, data privacy, and the law
• Jonny Hunt – on inclusive RSE and digital intimacies
• Dr. Hayley Henderson – on safeguarding young people with SEND online
• Louisa Street – on youth-led research into the law and policy around sending nudes

Plus, hear directly from young people across Cornwall as they share how they’re using tech to support their wellbeing, relationships, and personal growth.

Whether you're a teacher, youth worker, social worker, or part of a safeguarding team, this event offers essential learning for anyone supporting children and young people in the digital age.

You can book your place through the Headstart Training page.

Don’t miss this opportunity to build your confidence, expand your toolkit, and connect with others passionate about digital resilience.