Sutton Youth Board Member for 11-25 year olds - Volunteer Centre Sutton

Are you a young person of secondary school age (11-18 years old), or up to 25 years old if you have additional needs or are a care leaver, living and studying in the London Borough of Sutton, who wants to get your voice heard?

About the Organisation

Volunteer Centre Sutton

What you will be doing

Sutton Youth Board meets four times a year and is your chance as a young person, to share your views and what is important to you and get your thoughts heard by senior decision making professional adults.

It is a safe space FOR young people, led BY young people, to make positive change in our borough for all young people.

We are particularly interested in hearing a broad range of voices from different backgrounds, ages, schools, LGBTQ+, SEND, young carers, those with disabilities.
 
Age Range: We welcome applications from under 18s, including from 11+.
 

What's in it for you?

A unique chance to get your voice heard and make real change in the borough for other young people. Friendly, safe and inclusive group. Snacks and squash provided. If you can bring your own water bottle that's helpful to be environmentally friendly.

 

What skills will you need?

Activities
Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Youth Work,Campaigning & Lobbying,Under-16 Volunteering
 
Skills & Attributes
Evaluating & Reviewing, Working part of Team, Communication Skills, Listening Skills
 
Skills Description
No specific skills needed, just the ability to listen, learn, share and be respectful of all views that are presented.
 

What's the time commitment and where? 

Four a times a year although you can only come once and we still appreciate you coming along. Generally held on Thursday evenings 4.30-6.00pm tentative dates: 3rd July, 11th September, 4th December.

 

Location: Locations usually in Central Sutton.

Disability and Access Support: Get in touch and we can chat

 

How can I apply?

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