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Join our Youth Panel

For young people by young people Use your voice to make a change

Want to make a difference in your community? 

Young people know better than anyone what it’s like growing up today.

That’s why we’re bringing together a team of young people to help lead conversations, create content and connect with others in their communities.

You’ll work alongside other young people to develop ideas, run activities and use social media to reach people who might otherwise miss out on valuable information, support and opportunities.

No experience needed. Just bring your ideas and enthusiasm.

The programme is just kicking off so this is YOUR opportunity to shape something new.

 

 

What does it involve?

The Young Futures Youth panel will bring together a group of 16–25-year-olds to make a difference across Kent. Through a series of online and in-person workshops our youth panel will learn about key transition to adulthood topics. The panel will also co-develop resources and campaigns to support other young people struggling with similar issues and will help our team roll out this programme across Kent in schools, colleges, youth groups and universities.

What topics will we explore?

Money & budgeting

Housing & tenancy rights

Employment

Consumer rights

 

 

 

What's in it for you?

As part of the panel, you will

→ Make a difference in your community

→ Build confidence and learn new skills

→ Gain experience that stands out on your CV

→ Meet new people and make connections

→ Be part of positive change across Kent

Develop your skills & experience

Being part of Young Futures is more than volunteering.  

Building skills

Identifying the gaps in your knowledge
Learn about the key transition to adulthood topics 
Prepare for independent living

Confidence

Communication & public speaking 
Leadership 
Community engagement

Real-world Experience

Campaign planning & delivery 
Co-developing learning resources
Social media and content creation 

Build Connections

Teamwork & collaboration
Working with community organisations
Creating lasting networks and friends

The skills and experience you gain through the Young Futures Youth Panel can help you in all areas of life, from school, college and university to volunteering and future employment. You’ll have real examples of teamwork, leadership, communication and project work that can help you stand out when applying for opportunities in the future.
 
Participants will also receive
a One4all gift card and we will  reimburse
travel expenses  for attending meetings.

 

 

 

Ready to get involved?

No experience? No Problem

You don’t need any qualifications or previous volunteering experience to get involved.

We’re looking for young people who want to share ideas, try new things and make a positive contribution.

If you’re enthusiastic, willing to learn and interested in helping other young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Register your interest in taking part and the team will get in touch with next steps

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    First Name*

    Last Name*

    How old are you?*

    Town or Area you live in*

    Contact Details

    Email Address*

    Phone Number*

    How should we contact you?*

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    Tell us about yourself

    Why are you interested in the Young Futures Programme?

    We would love to hear what caught your attention. There are no right or wrong answers.

    What would you like to get out of being involved?

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