Young Islanders' Voices To Be Heard

Thursday, 20 October 2022 15:09

The government is setting out how young people and children will be included in decision-making as part of a movement to increase engagement and participation.

Children and young people will have their voices heard, and respected, in the future of Jersey's decision-making under the Participation Standards.

The standards have been published as part of the government's 100 Day Plan states one of the key priorities is to involve the younger generations.

Assistant Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Louise Doublet, says their views should have a genuine influence on policy development and children should receive feedback after they take the time to share their views.

"Good participation involves children and young people being actively listened to and supported to express their views."

An online toolkit is being developed to support staff training on Participation Standards and how to put the standards into practice, it will also give training to young islanders who want to engage.

The Minister for Children and Education, Deputy Inna Gardiner, says it provides an overarching framework to encourage action and support continuous challenge.

"Children and young people will have a voice in key pieces of work, such as Inclusion and Education Reform."