West Yorkshire Combined Authority Violence Reduction Programme
E-Drone Project
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🌍 Global Best Practices for Youth Engagement
🏴Scotland: The Scottish Youth Parliament
Scotland is leading the way in youth participation through the Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP). This democratically elected body of young people aged 12-25 gives youth a direct voice in shaping national policies. The SYP is an excellent model for sustained youth engagement, providing a platform where young people can have ongoing input into government decisions.
🇰🇪Kenya: Youth-Led Climate Action
Kenya has emerged as a leader in youth-led environmental action. Through initiatives like Kenya Youth for Climate Action, young people are not only consulted but take leadership roles in shaping environmental policies. This grassroots approach fosters both ownership and accountability in public decision-making.
🇳🇿New Zealand: Youth Voice Canterbury
In New Zealand, Youth Voice Canterbury brings together youth councils and community groups to ensure young people's perspectives are included in local government decisions. Their use of digital platforms to facilitate dialogue with young people, alongside in-person forums, makes them a great example of hybrid engagement.
🇫🇮Finland: Co-Creation in Schools
Finland's education system is well-known, but their youth consultation practices are also remarkable. The Co-Creation in Schools programme allows students to actively participate in developing policies related to education and youth welfare. This approach integrates youth-friendly language and ensures that consultation topics resonate with the lived experiences of young people.
