Exciting opportunity to join our new Youth Panel
We're thrilled to launch a brand-new Youth Panel to ensure our services meet the needs of young people, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.
We're thrilled to be launching a brand-new Youth Panel to ensure our services meet the needs of young people, and we'd love for you to be a part of it. At One Manchester, we believe in giving all our customers a voice, and now we’re offering young people the chance to get involved in shaping how we deliver our services.
What will the Youth Panel involve?
As part of the Youth Panel, you’ll represent the voices of young people and be an advocate for their needs. This will involve:
- Taking part in discussions, workshops, and consultations to share your thoughts and ideas.
- Giving feedback, and sharing your insights, whilst you work alongside our Scrutiny Panel
- Giving your input on policies, programmes, and services that impact young people.
- Raising awareness of important issues and advocating for positive change.
- Co-designing initiatives, to help make our services more youth-friendly.
- Representing youth voices by attending events, participating in consultations, and engaging with our Scrutiny Panel.
Who can join?
We’re looking for young people who are:
- One Manchester customers.
- Aged 11-18 (or up to 25 if you have additional needs, and are passionate about making a difference)
- Ready to commit their time to being on the panel.Passionate about making a difference and are excited to get stuck in.
It’s also great if you have experience or knowledge in areas like housing, education, community, mental health, or climate action, but it’s not required!
Why should I get involved?
Joining the Youth Panel is a fantastic opportunity to bring your fresh ideas and unique per-spective to the table. You’ll benefit from a whole host of opportunities on the panel including:
- Developing your leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Getting a chance to share your views and create real change.
- Building your confidence and meeting new people
- Getting access to career and volunteering opportunities.
Interested? We’d love to tell you more
We’re hosting an information session to tell you a bit more about the panel and answer any questions you may have.
- When: Thursday 13 March, 7-8pm
- Where: Aquarius Centre
Can’t make it to the information session but still want to get involved? No worries! Just complete our Contact Us form (select the Community Development option) explaining why you’d like to join, and we’ll be in touch.
Our first official meeting of the Youth Panel will then take place on:
- When: Wednesday 19 March (time to be confirmed)
- Where: Lovell House
If you’ve got any questions, our team is here to help. Just reach out to us by completing our Contact Us form (select the Community Development option), and someone will be back in touch with you soon.
We looking forward to hearing from you!
