Students took part in four workshops throughout the day, each offering a unique opportunity for reflection, creativity, and personal growth. One of the sessions, Transology: Who Are We and What Makes Us Happy?, was led by a London-based team who have spent the past decade gathering stories from over 1,000 individuals about their experiences of gender transition. Fresh from curating an art exhibition in London featuring more than 1,300 personal items, the team invited students to explore their own identities by creating Zines — small, handmade four-page magazines — using craft materials to represent who they are and what brings them joy. Mrs Rust reflected, "Seeing the students relax, be themselves, and take part in activities that made them happy and excited was such an important part of the day."

In the Queer Gardens workshop, students took a guided walk through campus, using the natural environment as a space to explore feelings of belonging, identity, and presence. One Year 9 student said, "The atmosphere was incredible — it felt so free and accepting."

Students also contributed to the Rainbow Wall, a session focused on student voice and the importance of supportive environments. Their open discussions highlighted how vital it is to create spaces where everyone can feel safe and understood. Mr Gould commented, "Giving students the chance to speak their truth in such a supportive environment is so important — it's a huge part of caring for their mental health."

The final session focused on NHS mental health values and helped students explore how their personal identity connects to their emotional wellbeing. Through guided activities and discussion, they developed strategies to better understand and support themselves and others.

Across all four workshops, students showed maturity, empathy, and a real eagerness to engage. Mrs Chalmers praised their involvement, saying, "They were not only a credit to their schools, but more importantly, to themselves. Their thoughtfulness, creativity, and respect for one another were evident throughout the day. It was heartening to see them so openly invested in their wellbeing and each other."

For many students, the experience was both eye-opening and affirming. One Year 9 participant said, "This has been such a great day — I’ve never felt more comfortable just being myself," while a Year 10 student added, "Events like this really remind you that you’re not alone — it’s empowering to be part of something like this."

Thanks to the dedication of the Intercom Trust and the University of Exeter, students left the event feeling uplifted, connected, and proud of who they are.