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On 9th October 2025, we’re calling on every print business — from vehicle wrappers to label printers, newspaper publishers to signage and display specialists — to open your doors to young people. Join us and hundreds of others across the country as part of Young People in Print’s (YPIP) nationwide open day for The International Day of Print. It’s a chance to show the next generation the creativity, technology, and opportunities that make our industry so unique — and you might even find your next apprentice in the process.
Here is the Young People In Print website: https://www.ypip.co.uk/
Why It Matters
Print is everywhere, but too often invisible. Signs, graphics, packaging, labels, newspapers, books, vehicle wraps, and displays surround us daily. Yet many young people have never seen behind the scenes of a print business. This open day changes that. By welcoming schools and colleges, we give students a rare glimpse into a world that is not only versatile and innovative, but also inclusive and full of career possibilities.
The industry is crying out for new energy, fresh ideas, and skilled people. Whether you’re hands-on, creative, technical, or commercial, there’s a role waiting. Apprenticeships can lead to careers in design, production, installation, sales, and project management. By investing time to showcase what we do, we’re investing in the future of print.
Our Commitment
At our factory, we’ll be inviting local schools and colleges to see large format print in action — how we turn ideas into finished signage and display graphics. Students will walk through the process, talk to our team, and see technology and craftsmanship at work.
Last year, the impact was huge. Some of the students who visited came back for work experience, and new opportunities grew from there. It proved one thing: when young people see what’s possible, they want to be part of it.
A Challenge to the Industry
This isn’t just about us — it’s about all of us. If you’re in print, get involved. Host a tour. Run a workshop. Show off your machines. Let young people feel the buzz of production, the creativity of design, and the pride of seeing work go live in the real world.
The more of us that participate, the louder the message: print is alive, print is exciting, and print needs young people to shape its future.
Looking Ahead
International Print Day is about celebrating everything that makes print special — innovation, creativity, and community. By opening our doors, we’re not just celebrating; we’re building a bridge between today’s print industry and tomorrow’s workforce.
So, on 9th October 2025, join us. Inspire young people. Celebrate our industry. Find your future apprentice. Get your doors open.
Many thanks,
Richard
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