“The way they do things here is good. I enjoy everything, the English class and the gardening. I have strongly improved my English” Helen
“I appreciate the way you are encouraging us to learn more to prepare for our future.” Sara
“I like best speak street art talks sessions because it important because its a distraction from our problems” Amir
We’ve recently been told: “I have gained a very different impression of the area, before I only knew the main road but since starting the sessions I’ve seen all the beautiful shops and lovely places to sit down together” David about our sessions at the Skip Garden
“ One of the students told me they didn’t think art galleries wanted people like them to visit, I was so pleased to see the student discover they were indeed welcome”
Speak Street volunteer
“As a volunteer I’ve enjoyed seeing the reaction of the student’s faces when they were truly fascinated and engaged by a piece of art. I like seeing students’ engagement and reaction to pictures and objects that I normally wouldn’t give much attention to, for example and a picture of palm tree in the Photographers’ Gallery. It is extremely easy to volunteer on this project and not a large commitment in terms of time. I think compared to last year, Speak Street has really stepped up its game in terms of the exhibits and galleries that it takes it students to so in this respect, keep up the good work! There has also been an improvement in having a space to discuss the pieces that the students have seen, if this could be maintained that would be great. It is very important that Mishcon supports Speak Street because it is such a niche initiative and it also allows people from all walks of life to meet.”
Michaela, Mishcon de Reya volunteer
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