Aberdeenshire Youth Forum (AYF) - Priority Setting and Exploration
Whose voice did we hear?
28 young people aged between 12-19 years from across Aberdeenshire gathered together on 29th March 2025
Why were we asking about this?
To identify and explore common issues and aspirations for young people, to support collaboration across youth groups and networks to address issues and to realise aspirations.
What did we hear?
The following 5 priorities for young people were identified to support collective action and shared focus moving forward.
- Accessibility, disability inclusivity and representation
- Education services; local capacity impacting opportunities (subjects and support)
- Outdoor environment improvements and access – spaces for young people
- Transport and walking routes – including ‘safe’ walking routes.
- Rural enterprise and employment opportunities
What did we do with the voices we heard?
Young people signed up to take further action in different ways as AYF members which include subscribing to the free Aberdeenshire Youth Forum Bulletin on the Aberdeenshire Youth Forums Engage Page, signing up to AYF Thematic Groups that matter most to them to explore and progress common issues and aspirations identified on the day and signing up to the Aberdeenshire Youth Voice Promotion Group where young people support and lead on the AYF bulletin and communications.
Who to contact for more information
Roisin Daly, Senior Community Learning & Development Worker
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