How the sector works to support children and young people
The voluntary sector has representatives who attend the following meetings regarding children and young people. By clicking on each board below you will find more information about the group, its role, agendas and minutes and the contact details for your sector:
If you want to discuss voluntary sector representation at these meetings please contact Caroline O’Neill, Head of Policy & Partnerships at Community First Yorkshire caroline.oneill@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk 01904 704177.
North Yorkshire Children and Young People’s Providers and Partners Group
The group is a multi-agency thematic group focusing on issues facing children and young people, and the challenges and opportunities for the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector responding to the changing needs of growing up in North Yorkshire.
Group members provide a network of people interested in, and with knowledge of, providing services and support to young people. The group exists to bring together colleagues from the VCSE sector, NHS and local authorities.
The aims of the group are to:
- provide an opportunity to come together, share and discuss issues and concerns of their area of work.
- share expertise, good practice and find solutions to problems.
- share plans, consultations and provide feedback.
- identify opportunities to work together and share resources.
- have a voice and influence in planning and policy making, aligning with other structures.
- identify training and development needs.
For further information contact Dena Dalton, Head of Health Collaboration at Community First Yorkshire dena.dalton@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk 01904 704177.