What future technologies will help us with the challenge of climate change?

We've teamed up with with STEM Learning and STEMPOINT to bring you a one-day conference to explore climate challenges + present and future technological solutions.

Local teachers are invited to register a group of up to 10 KS3 pupils + 2 teachers.

Play with some cutting edge technology, explore how everyday tech skills could lead to interesting careers, and have some fun. 

At this drop-in event, young people will be encouraged to work individually or in small groups on challenges or activities set by local businesses and providers.

Learn about the rich variety of roles in health based STEAM careers.

The event will include interactive career stations, activities and workshops to help young people visually bridge the gap between what they enjoy doing, and what they could potentially do as a future career.

Ideate, plan and develop a project that promotes the social cause of your choice.

Join Southend Tech for a special online hackathon event. Gain experience in the process of developing a project, working in a team and promoting significant causes to help the local community.

Award-winning creative media charity, Signals, will be taking animation and games design workshops into two Basildon schools. The inspirational sessions, taught by industry professionals, will provide insights into working creatively with digital technologies - supporting students to become digital creators rather than just consumers.
***Please note these aren't public access workshops.

How can we embrace the power of AI in education? An event for educational professionals.

Through a series of talks and hands-on activities, educators will be able to play, learn and apply new skills - with tech giveaways for participants. We'll look at the latest tech and research into how emerging tools - particularly in AI - can be harnessed in learning spaces to free up educators in their capacity and creativity.

South Essex College invites you for an interactive evening of animation with Lawrence Bignell and Mitchell Denis.

Participate in live animation workshops and meet 3rd year BA students who will be exhibiting  their work. Dive into the digital universe with cutting-edge creations that push the boundaries of creativity.

An online presentation of creative tech projects that promote social causes created by Southend Tech Hackathon participants.

Come and view others' projects or get involved and start a project this week! And present it at the online event on the 19th. All the details you need to get started are on the event page, click the button below to find out more and book your space.

South Essex College invites you to meet Dan Balls, Steve O’Shea and Petrit Shala from their IT and Games Development team.

Participate in live workshops on Raspberry Pi and 2D games production and meet 1st and 2nd year BA students who will be exhibiting their work. Dive into the digital universe with cutting-edge creations that push the boundaries of creativity.

Young adult or older career-changer thinking about a career in tech but not sure where to start?

This networking event from Technergise will provide some essential direction, with an introductory masterclass on getting started with tech.

A showcase of emerging technologies, innovations and creative thinking shaping the future of business in Basildon and beyond.

From AI to hybrid working, XR to the Internet of Things, this morning event will be a mix of networking, demonstrations, talks and fireside chats with breakfast.

Award-winning community radio station, GATEWAY 97.8, is opening its doors to the public for a behind-the-scenes peek at their studios in the heart of Basildon's Eastgate.

Learn about radio engineering, presenting and various pathways into media during the morning session. Take part in a special Junior Question Time, which goes out live on the radio in the afternoon.