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In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss how Covid-19 impacts young people differently compared to adults. Calling senior leaders put in the time and resources to listen to young people and hear their stories. Find out from us how to help us, helping you(and your budgets) long term!

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Covid-nineTEEN's

Today marks the first day of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence. It is an annual international campaigns that begins on 25 November, which is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. 

Over the past few months WYC have been working hard on their Gender Based Violence podcast. 
Episode 1 about gender violence in public spaces is now live on Soundcloud, link in our bio!

Thank you to @SurvivorsTrust who came along earlier this year to discuss their amazing work that they do and giving us tips on what to do. 
@OurStreetsNow also have loads of resources and information about how to access support https://www.ourstreetsnow.org/support

WYC Gender Based Violence Podcast Episode 1: Street Harassment

For 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence, which is an annual international campaigns that begins on 25 November, WYC are posting podcast episodes to raise awareness to Gender Based Violence. 

Today's episode is about gender based violence in schools 

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WYC Episode 2: Gender Based Violence in Schools

🎙️ The Youth Voice Exchange with the NCS Trust is here!

Episode 1 dives into why decision-makers need young people, now more than ever and how organisations can crack youth governance. 

Host Shekinnah Wilberforce is joined by Michael Devlin, Rachael Oloyede, and Jess Evans to explore how youth voice can shape leadership at every level.

Listen now and be part of the conversation! 🎧✨

The Youth Voice Exchange EP 1 | Embedding Youth Voice in Governance – From Boardrooms to Bold Change

🎙️ The Youth Voice Exchange with NCS Trust is back with Episode 2!

This time, we’re diving into what authentic, meaningful co-production with young people really looks like, beyond the buzzwords.

Host Shekinnah Wilberforce is joined by Kirsty Beeston, Alfie Harrison, and Rylie Sweeney to unpack how true collaboration can transform decision-making, services, and leadership from the ground up.

Tune in now and join the movement for genuine youth partnership 🎧

The Youth Voice Exchange EP 2 | Lessons from the frontline of co-creation.

A special one-off podcast that bridges the gap in conversations around Netflix’s Adolescence, giving young people the mic to share their honest, unfiltered perspectives.

Host Em is joined by young consultant Hadyn as they unpack the roots of toxic masculinity and what it’s really like growing up in today’s digital world. Together, they explore practical, real-world solutions for parents, teachers and professionals looking to better support the next generation and tackle the complex issues presented in the show.

Gen Z on Netflix’s Adolescence

Celebrate 15 years of youth voice in action with the woman who started it all - Antonia Dixey CEO. We look back on the bold beginnings, biggest challenges, and proudest wins of Participation People - and look ahead to what’s next. 

Then, Now, Next: Celebrating 15 Years of Participation People | People x Participation EP 1

In this podcast episode, we unpack a groundbreaking collaboration with  Vodafone   Group to co-create “Our Digital Pact: Your Space. Your Rules” - a Global Youth Safety Charter 📢

Through expert-led workshops and youth hackathons, young people shared bold ideas to shape safer, more inclusive technology. With guests Kate Bedwell and Kaiden Walsh we discuss why the telco industry must embed youth voice into its decision-making – and how this project is setting a new global standard.

Discover more about this project here 👉 www.vodafone.com/news/maintaining-trust/young-europeans-create-advice-for-staying-safe-online

Interested in the iWill Power of Youth Charter? Sign it here ✍️ www.iwill.org.uk/organisations/the-power-of-youth/

The Charter for Change: Youth Voice in the Future of Safe Tech | People x Participation EP 2

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate, reflect, and look ahead. Join host Em, team member Jess, and two of our incredible Young Consultants, Yazz and Sami, for an honest, light-hearted chat about this year’s biggest highlights, lessons learned, and hopes for the year ahead.

Because youth voice isn’t just about participation - it’s about people, growth, and the power of looking forward together.

Reflect, Recharge, and Reset: A Year with Participation People  | People x Participation Episode 3

In this episode our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss their concerns over the current COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges they face with education, relationships, self-isolation and the economy.

Youth Voice Pioneers

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Covid-NineTEENS

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss mental health, emotional wellbeing and keeping yourself well during this time of crisis.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Mental Health & Wellbeing

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss getting social media messages right for young people and to help young people think about what news they read.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Pandemic Positivity

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss how to prepare and support young people through bereavement and loss.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Bereavement & Loss

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss hints and tips to help young people to access volunteering and employment opportunities.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Volunteering & Employment

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss online safety. During this global pandemic, young people have been stuck indoors and have found themselves spending more and more time online. So here is our advice, facts and calls to action to keep everyone safe.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Online Safety

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss Youth Proofing Services, making your service more accessible to young people. We know that services aren't always designed with young people in mind. But luckily for you, we’re here to help! So, here are our top tips and takeaways to help you youth proof your services.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Youth Proof To Future Proof

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss Myth Busting Disabilities with young people. We partnered up with The Chatterboxes, a youth group in Dorset who are led by young people with disabilities.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Myth Busting Disabilities

Young people know exactly what services we want and need; how we think they should be delivered and improved. BUT when it comes to having the final say in service design, delivery and quality assurance, we aren't always involved. This podcast focuses on the benefits of involving young people from the start of commissioning cycles to continuous contract monitoring- them to help them get better and better.

#YouthVoice Pioneers Involving Young People in Commissioning and Contract Management​

In this episode, the #Youth Voice Pioneers discuss the concern that  Care Leavers often have their voices undervalued and undermined across all so many sectors - education, justice, social care, volunteering, benefits, employment etc. In this podcast Care Leavers from Dorset, Royal Borough of Greenwich, Wandsworth and Herefordshire talk with guest speakers on how to help!

Supporting Care Leavers to have their voice listened to, heard, valued and acted upon.

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers discuss Health & Social Care services, how they are delivered and how they can meet the needs of young people better.

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Health & Social Care

In this episode, our #YouthVoice Pioneers ask professionals not to make assumptions about lockdown 3.0. It is hurting more so now than before. We miss our friends, dating opportunities, extracurricular activities but most of all, having the opportunity to just be a young person! Listen on to find out our top tips to support us through Lockdown 3.0!

#YouthVoice Pioneers - Lockdown 3.0

We’re Participation People – the UK’s youth engagement experts who put our money where our mouth is, making sure young people are part of everything we do.

For over 15 years, we’ve teamed up with young people and organisations to make sure youth voice isn’t just heard – it’s acted on.

We help leaders listen better, do better, and build services that work for everyone – especially the next generation.

Participation People

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