Hi Everyone!
Our vision is that Middlesbrough will be a local authority which will empower all children, young people and families to participate in decisions that affect their lives. Services will be shaped by our children, young people and families to ensure we are meeting their needs effectively.
We will be open and honest.
There are many services that impact on young people, families and communities. That is why it is so important they hear directly on what is working well, what people struggle with and what developments they would like to see made to have their needs met. The benefits to services are:
* They will be fit for purpose
* They will be accessible
* They will be inclusive
Working with young people, parents and carers to improve things in their area will:
* Increase a greater sense of belonging to their communities
* Enable those with lived experiences to have a voice and be heard
* Ensures voices from all communities are heard
* Projects our young people, parent and carers create will benefit the community
* Young people and families are more likely to stay in their hometown
How we engage
When we work with our young people, parents and carers, we make sure that we have everything in place for meaningful participation. We use Lundy's Model of Participation
We are huge fans of co-production between young people, families and senior leaders and will always encourage young people and families to work directly with those who have the power to influence positive developments in their service areas.
Middlesbrough Youth Council
Attention to all young people aged 11-18, our Youth Council is always looking for more young people to join! If you are interested in making a change in your town, please email us at participation@middlesbrough.gov.uk if you would like more information.
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Family Hub Community Champions
Want to influence positive changes to the support you and other families receive from the Family Hubs?
We are specifically looking for expectant parents and parent and carers of children under two years from a wide range of communities however, we would also love to hear from parent/carers who have older children (up to 25 years if they have a educational needs and a disability).
Get in touch to find out more - participation@middlesbrough.gov.uk
We are always willing to learn from you.
You are the future of Middlesbrough and we need you to make this town even greater than it is! We know all young people are different and we want to know how we can get things right for everyone. Which is why we are always looking for new and exciting ways to work.
Our team host a number of groups for children and young people from all backgrounds, that we would love for you to be involved in! We have fun but we also work on lots of important projects.
When you ask questions, we will always provide answers.
Contact us to find out how you can show Middlesbrough Children Matter
Do you have anything you want to share with us? Can you think of another group that would be useful? If the answer to any of those questions is ‘yes’ then contact us.
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