Emily Beever’s Post

In case you missed it back in the Spring, we launched our new five-year strategy!  Read the full strategy titled 'Enabling Great Youth Work to Happen, Our strategy for youth work in every place and space' here: https://lnkd.in/e7AbNj7A #YouthWork #NYAStrategy

Our young people face significant challenges every day, from lack of opportunities to uncertain futures. As we approach the election, it's critical to focus on their needs and ensure their voices are heard. Taz shares his story about needing more opportunities for young people. He recalls having little to do in his area while growing up. Now, he’s working to give young people positive activities. By listening to their voices, we can create a future where they can succeed. https://lnkd.in/eRgtH78Z #YouthAdvocacy #Election2024

Interested in learning more about #WelcomeTheFuture and how you can support our cause? Check out our blog reflecting on our day at Parliament and Portcullis House as well as sharing our key calls to action that you can get involved in! https://lnkd.in/dQDaFJv7 And while you are there, why not check out our webpage dedicated to all things #WelcomeTheFuture too: https://lnkd.in/e4-Er-Hm Restless Development

🟣 The next General Election is in two weeks. Foróige has developed an Election Manifesto to highlight the importance of youth work and the need to involve young people’s voices in shaping the future. Our vision is for every young person in Ireland to have access to youth work.  Young people are not just the citizens of tomorrow; they are rights holders today and vital contributors to society. As we look toward a new Government, it’s crucial that young people are at the heart of policy and decision-making.  Youth work changes lives, unlocks potential, and strengthens communities. It’s proven to support positive outcomes and address many challenges faced by young people, families, and communities.  📥 Download the Foróige Election Manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/e26Wmxn4 #GE24 #YouthVoice #WeAreForóige

An update to my post last week: the first details have emerged about the new youth strategy https://lnkd.in/e8n9XyKJ Key points include: *More cash for council youth services *Infrastructure investment *Strategy co-produced with young people *NCS to be wound down

Do you feel that the current mode of democracy could be improved?  Are you actively looking for new methods of getting involved with democracy? Then this forum is for you! We are super excited to be a part of the Counterpart International Panel on ‘Bridging Democracy dissatisfaction; Empowering Youth.’ It features youth organizations partnering with Counterpart International such as The Youth Cafe promising a discussion rich with diverse experiences and perspectives. The panel will answer the following questions:   1. Why are young people frustrated with traditional democratic norms?  2. How can young people engage in politics online?  3. How can youth voices and participation be integrated in the current established democratic frameworks?  4. What are some of the strategies to support the mental well being of young activists and maintain their engagement?  5. How can we rebuild trust in democratic institutions? This panel discussion aims to contribute to the global effort of integrating young people into democratic frameworks. If this objective resonates with you, then you can join the dialogue online by registering through the following link: https://lnkd.in/dHsEamW7 #p4d #partnersfordemocracy #humanrights #youthempowernment #africanyouthempowernment #internationalaffairs #internationalpolitics #globaldevelopment #inclusivedemocracy #thethirdsummitfordemocracy #youth #youthpower #digitaldemocracy Global Democracy Coalition

🆕 As we prepare for #GE2024, the youth work sector in Scotland is calling for new legislation to protect and strengthen vital services for our young people. Published today, our #YouthWorkManifesto has been developed in partnership with the sector, and sets out three key demands for politicians going forward: ⚖️ A Legal Right to Youth Work for All Young People 🛣️ The Publication of a New National Youth Work Strategy 🔒 Protected Investment for Youth Work 🔎 Read our #YouthWorkManifesto now to find out more about our three key asks for politicians going forward: https://bit.ly/4blwE6I

📢 UK General Election: Statement from Scotland’s Youth Work Sector 📢 👉 Youth work plays a crucial role in shaping the lives of young people, offering opportunities for personal and social development and empowering them to become active citizens. 👉 The positive social and economic impacts of youth work are undeniable. However, the sector faces ongoing challenges, including persistent underfunding. 📃 This is why, with one week to go until the #UKGeneralElection, the youth work sector in Scotland has issued an urgent Manifesto Statement outlining three key asks as an actionable blueprint for the future 📃 1.    A legal right to youth work for all young people 2.    The publication of a new National Youth Work Strategy 3.    Protected investment for youth work. ✍ By committing to a legal right to youth work, a new National Youth Work Strategy, and protected investment, we can ensure that all young people in Scotland benefit from high-quality youth work services. The manifesto statement sets out: ✔ Our immediate and ongoing policy and advocacy efforts ahead of the Scottish Parliament Elections 2026, when we call on all politicians and political parties to join us in making this vision a reality! ✔ Presents a bold vision for a resilient, well-supported youth work sector and calls on political parties to prioritise investment in our young people. ✔ Serves as an important message of collaboration and solidarity with our youth work colleagues and supporters in the other nations of the UK. ✔ Recognises the challenges facing young people and the youth work sector are shared. ✔ Understands that mutual support and amplifying our advocacy efforts are vital to overcoming these challenges. 👇 Read more and show your support today 👇 https://lnkd.in/eNAtNQJd #YouthWorkManifesto 

Happy youth week! 🎉🥳👏 Tomorrow evening, Olivia and I will be hosting an online hui for youth week. The purpose of this event is to educate young people on how they can weave together their authentic voices to impact the democratic systems that shape our shared future. Every young person’s participation is a crucial part of the complex tapestry of our shared future. We each hold a thread which is our path of action. Every action, in its diversity, is a necessary part of the whole and interweaves with others’ paths along the way. Some young people will be taking the very first step of civic and community participation, which is grabbing the end of their thread – finding something they care about and acting on it. For others, they’re already weaving their section of the tapestry. Our kaupapa is to support all young people, no matter what thread they’re weaving or where on their path they are, to take the next step. Event content Our content is informed by community feedback on what groups like your students want to know about elections and participation. We’ll be breaking down the 2023 General Election, how a vote turns into a parliament with power, and what Parliament actually does. We’ll also discuss how young people can have their say, even in a non-election year, by engaging with politics or by acting at a community level. What to expect This will be a one-hour workshop held on zoom, including breaks. It’s for any young person who wants to learn how to find, use, or leverage their voice. We’ve designed this workshop to cater to all knowledge and interest levels – no prior knowledge required! It is hosted by two of our Youth Advisors, Tori and Olivia (that’s me!). Our facilitation style allows for all participation preferences – you’re welcome to join with your camera off just to listen, although we also love if you want to join in! We’ll hang around afterwards for any questions or chat. If this event resonates with you, we would love for you to come along and if you know someone who may be interested, tell them about it ☺️.

🚨Just released! “The Future Is Now" – Save the Children's essential guide for EU policymakers. As we stand at the crossroads of this week’s #EUElections2024, the next five years will define the trajectory for children’s rights—both within and outside Europe. Despite progress like the EU Strategy on the Rights of the Child and the European #ChildGuarantee, we face compounding challenges. Working in more than 100 countries, we have seen firsthand the transformative impact of EU policies and initiatives on the lives of children around the world. We want to sustain this momentum, champion children’s rights, and ensure a fairer, greener, and stronger EU where no child is left behind. Packed with actionable recommendations to drive change for millions of children in the coming years, this handbook addresses critical issues like child poverty, online safety, climate crisis, and more. Please read, download, and share widely to influence the upcoming European elections. 🌍🗳️