Role of the Youth Advisory
Council
The Youth Advisory Council members aim to speak up for,
and on behalf of young people in North Northamptonshire
by:
identifying and tackling issues considered important by
young people
helping to make sure that young people’s voices
shape services and facilities in North Northamptonshire, to reflect
what young people want and need
seeking the views of young people and promoting
opportunities to get involved in the democratic process and have
their say
supporting and promoting the work of UK Youth Members of
Parliament through local and national initiatives
Council members will meet monthly face-to-face at a
council office or virtually.
They will also be involved in activities
including:
discussions and consultation on various topics where the
council and other network partners need a young person’s
perspective and voice
completing specific tasks linked to the Youth Advisory
Council Action Plan
focus groups
secret shopping activities for the council and
partners
organising and supporting events for young people and the
wider community