Case Studies
These case studies highlight good practice in giving children and young people a meaningful voice in decision-making. In all these examples, children and young people were given space, voice, audience, and influence, and had the opportunity to effectively take part in decision-making.
Empower Kids (Barnardos) Case Study
How Barnardos involved children and young people who experienced childhood domestic violence and abuse in service and policy decision-making
Jigsaw (The National Centre for Youth Mental Health) Case Study
How Jigsaw involved young people in an online youth mental health event ‘Youth Talk, We Listen’
Irish Wheelchair Association Case Study
How the Irish Wheelchair Association involves young people in day-to-day decision-making in its young adult services.
Irish Secondary Students Union (ISSU) Case Study
How the Irish Secondary Students Union (ISSU) involved young people in the development of a charter for inclusive schools.
Daughters of Charity Case Study
How a family support service listens to and acts on the views of children during their engagement in a family support programme.
Involving Traveller Children and Young People in Decision-making
How Involve Youth Project involves Traveller children and young people in decision-making in their day-to-day programmes and activities.
