Helping young citizens to keep doing democracy with NCS
We were really pleased to be able to work with the NCS leaders at Huddersfield Giants Community Trust to help 35 young people learn about, and get involved in, local democracy.
Working with NCS to find out what makes young people proud of where they live
The Huddersfield Town Foundation supported young people to try out one of our Everyday democracy activities as part of this Summer’s NCS Keep Doing Good programme.
Everyday Democracy – activities for schools
Can your school community help to try out some creative activities to explore everyday democracy? We’ve been inspired by all the creative things young people have been doing during lockdown…
Growing a stronger youth council
Our “Growing a stronger youth council” report shares what young people told us about having a voice, getting involved in community life, and how we can help them to grow the skills, confidence and connections that they want, in the way that they want.
Khizar’s story
Khizar’s advice for young people is: “Get involved and get your voices heard. The best way to do that is through an organisation such as the youth council”
Aishah’s story
Aishah says that one thing she really took from Kirklees Youth Council was the sense of belonging it gave her.
Chris’s story
Chris told us that his voice as an activist was “10 years in the making” and that he started to find it by being part of Kirklees Youth Council.
Georgia’s story
Georgia told us that participating in Kirklees Youth Council changed (and probably saved) her life.
Jacob’s story
Jacob told us that joining Kirklees Youth Council was a spur of the moment decision that “has changed my life forever”.
Growing our youth council
This year we’re celebrating 10 years of Kirklees Youth Council – and we want your help to plan for the future. Find out how to get involved…