At the end of 2019, we attended a climate change day at the River-house Barn in Walton. One of the highlights of the day was the chil-dren’s choir We Are The Voice, who performed songs written by choir leader Niamh Clune. We raved about them, saying they should go on Britain’s Got Talent. Well how about a global stage in-stead?! WATV were chosen from 4000 entries, to sing at COP26, the key climate change con-ference in Glasgow. They will be in the main atrium of the science building and will therefore be at the heart of proceedings, seen and heard by world leaders and influencers.
With Eco Anxiety listed as one of the main causes of distress amongst the young, this choir gives children the platform to express themselves and make themselves heard. The song lyrics talk about respect for the planet, plastic waste and destruction of the rain forests. This generation is the one who is inheriting a planet which we have been destroying for decades. We need to make changes NOW! We can all do our bit.
But for now, listen to these inspiring youngsters. You will find their songs on YouTube if you search under We Are The Voice. Otherwise go to their website: www.wearethevoice.org.uk and read about their story.