Participation groups
We also organise groups which encourage young people to express their views about being in care. Participation means playing an active part in the decisions and services which affect you, by voicing your views to the people who run Children’s Services. You have the right to have your say about how you think Children’s Services should be run and about how things could be changed for the better. By coming along to one of our groups you will be able to do this.
IM2! (I Matter Too)
IM2 are a group of young people in care, aged between 11 – 14 years.
They meet on a monthly basis to talk about their experience of being looked after by the City of York Council and how they think things could be improved.
Their views are then shared with York’s Children in Care Council (the Show Me That I Matter panel) who are able to raise these issues with senior managers and Elected Members.
If you are interested in getting involved please contact Michelle Howlett on 07769 725174.
Show Me That I Matter ( York's Children in Care Council )
The Show Me That I Matter Panel is a monthly forum where care experienced young people (15 – 19 years of age) raise important issues and discuss them with senior managers, with the aim of helping to shape and improve services.
The Panel consists of ten young people who are or have been looked after, two Councillors (including the Lead Member for Children and Families) and two members of staff who support the group.
If you are interested in getting involved please contact Michelle Howlett on 07769 725174.
Young people ( aged 13+) can also get involved by logging onto facebook and joining our Show Me That I Matter group here you will be able to find out about issues we are currently discussing and raise any issues you want discussing;be involved in consultations; find out about any events that are happening and get information on the pledge and your rights.
