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Inspire Change
Why is communication important to young people when we’re talking to decision makers?
I’ve worked with Participation People for nearly two and a half years now, and as you can imagine I have witnessed many ups and downs in my time! Over the past couple of years, I have worked primarily on the Youth Council and as a Young Inspector. Currently I’m working Read more…
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Coronavirus Update
During these challenging times, Participation People are working harder than ever in continuing to support young people, promote #YouthVoice and inspire change. Our #YouthVoice Pioneers are delivering regular podcasts featuring guest speakers and addressing the issues affecting young people during Covid-19. For organisations looking for support in connecting with young Read more…
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Wandsworth Youth Council’s Youth Climate Commission
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Consultation With Young People
WBC Young Ambassadors Summary Report
9 young people were recruited from Youth Clubs and Youth Groups across the borough of Wandsworth. They became our Young Ambassadors. Their role: To plan, run and evaluate Wandsworth’s first ever Summer wide activity programme called-Summer Pick ‘n’ Mix. The NUMBERS: Young Ambassadors Project in Numbers 6 Youth Clubs Read more…
Consultation With Young People
Youth-Led Research
Youth-Led Research Young Researchers are young people, aged 14 – 18, trained in professional, accredited research and analytical techniques. Their role is to investigate community problems and co-produce solutions with experts… they then sit back and watch the magic happen! BACKGROUND In 2012, Dorset County Council commissioned a group Read more…
Consultation With Young People
Dorset’s Youth Proof Charter
Dorset’s Youth Proof Charter 16 children in care and children’s services professionals came together in August 2018 to make this Youth Proof Charter. This charter is for all professionals that work with children and young people. The aim is to help professionals communicate with children and young people in Read more…
Consultation With Young People
Youth-Led Inspections
Youth-Led Inspections 8 young people, aged 14 – 19, inspected supported housing provision for children in care across Dorset, October -December 2017. The recommendations continue to be followed up on and utilised well into 2018… BACKGROUND Ensuring young people have the right accommodation at the right time with the Read more…