Stephen has spoken at the graduation ceremony of the ParliaMentors, an award-winning leadership programme for university students from different faith and belief backgrounds.
Stephen is a long-standing supporter of the programme. It allows students to gain a unique insight into the political process while being mentored by MPs and Peers.
The ParliaMentors Programme is run by the Faith and Belief Forum. it works to build good relations between people of all faiths and beliefs, and to create a society where difference is celebrated.
Speaking afterwards, Stephen said: ‘“The ParliaMentors cohort are young leaders who have very bright futures ahead of them. I commend the Faith and Belief Forum for the way this programme empowers students of different faiths to create change and develops them in leadership.’