I have been selected as one of only 500 students from around the world to attend the 66th LIYSF and need help to cover the costs.
Masterton, Wellington
My name is Wyatt Backhouse and I am a year 13 student at Wairarapa College in Masterton. I am the deputy head boy for 2025 and have a huge passion for science that has helped me achieve many academic awards and excellent NCEA results. I'm thrilled to share that I've been selected to attend the 66th London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) at the Imperial College of London! I have been picked as one of only 500 students from 80 countries for 15 days of STEM exploration.
I'll have the chance to attend lectures by world-leading scientists, including Nobel Prize winners, and visit top UK universities like Oxford and Cambridge. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from the best, connect with other passionate students, and experience British culture.
The cost of this amazing adventure is around $10,000, which covers everything from travel and accommodation to the programme fees. I'm working hard to raise the funds, and any contribution, big or small, would be hugely appreciated.
Thank you for considering supporting my journey to LIYSF!
The funds will go to my mother, Melanie Backhouse, who will then forward them to me.
Any funds received will go towards travel, accomodation, and participation fees.
Nearing the finish line! 18 May 2025
Kia Ora everyone,
I'm so incredibly grateful for your support so far! Thanks to your amazing generosity, and additional funds I've raised through other efforts, I'm now very close to reaching my fundraising goal for the London International Youth Science Forum.
I've been working hard to raise these funds, and thanks to the additional support of the following amazing organisations, I am nearing the finish line.
Thanks to the Masterton Rotary Club, Cookie Time Charitable Trust, Masterton Trust Lands Trust, and the South Wairarapa Working Mens Club.
I've updated my Givealittle goal to $2,500, as this will allow me to complete the fundraising. Your contribution will help me cover the remaining costs and ensure I can fully participate in this incredible opportunity.
Thank you again for being a part of this incredible journey. I can't wait to share my experiences with you all when I return!
Thank you so much! That is so generous.
WOO Thanks Keira !!! :)
Thank you so much!!!
Thank you so much Sophie!!!
Thank you so much Auntie Sandra!
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