The impact of children and young peoples participation on policy making
A report commissioned by the Scottish Government to explore the impact children and young people’s participation has had on policy-making in Scotland.
Youth Participation Good Practices in Different Forms of Regional and Local Democracy
Youth in Europe are politically engaged and having their say at the local level in many fields of democracy
“I want my experiences to make a difference” promoting participation in policy-making and service development by young people who have experienced violence
This paper explores participation, by young people who have experienced violence, in policy and practice developments.
Childrens participation in national policymaking: “Youre so adorable, adorable, adorable! Im speechless; so much fun!”
This study portrays patterns of children’s participation in public policymaking and characterize various adults’ reactions to children’s participation.
Including Children’s Voices in a Multiple Stakeholder Study on a Community-wide Approach to Improving Quality in Early Years Setting
The main objective of the intervention programme is to measurably improve the lives of children (pre-birth to six years) and families.
Voices of Young People. Young Peoples Views on Reform of the Junior Cycle.
A consultation with young people on the reform of the Junior Cycle took place in November 2010.
Listen to Our Voices, Hearing Children and Young People Living in the Care of the State
This report publishes the findings of conducting a consultation process with children in the care of the State.
Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures: the National Policy Framework for Children and Young People 2014-2020
Better Outcomes Brighter Futures is the first overarching national children’s policy framework for children and young people aged 0-24.
National Strategy on Children and Young Peoples Participation in Decision-Making 2015-2020
This report documents a whole-of-government strategy, with the Department of Children and Youth Affairs having responsibility for policy leadership & support.
‘Article 19: the right of the child to freedom from all forms of violence’ General Comment No. 13
When appropriate, juvenile or family specialised courts and criminal procedures should be established for child victims of violence. This could include the establishment of specialized units within the police, the judiciary and the prosecutor’s office.