The Vessel UK is a unique, international programme where young people from the UK are connected with their peers from partner organisations across Africa. Our young people collaborate, connect, learn and share their skills, creating a powerful alumni of young leaders. Participants facilitate ethical and socially responsible projects developed through active research, skill sharing, and the application of lived experiences with partners in Tanzania, Kenya, The Gambia, and now Namibia.
We’ve been facilitating global learning since 2004, participants gain a better understanding of their position in the world.
The initiative is funded through independent fundraising by young people, and support from partnerships with organisations, such as the Daneford Trust.
The Vessel UK offers:
- Training from industry experts
- Application of learning from education
- Acquisition of new skills and knowledge
- Project development and delivery learning
- Leadership development
- Global learning
We’re keen for young people from disadvantaged communities, especially those who’ve been part of our youth journey to take part as well as individuals, colleges, universities and organisations in the UK.
Sheila - Fine Art Project
"I came to Gambia with an open mind and have gained better self-reflection and have built on my network within the arts and music communities. It has shown me how important it is to be practising as an artist in order to be relevant and relatable to the participants. This is a great opportunity for new experiences."
Previous Projects
Solar Install
Architecture Share
Youth Development
BUsiness Now
Dark Source Reflections
Dark Source
The Partners
These are the partners that make the Vessel possible.