Cynon Youth Forum

YEPS are fully committed to supporting young people in RCT to have a voice in their community and make a positive difference to where they live and for those around them. We aim do this with 3 local youth forums in Rhondda, Cynon and Taff that you can now join.

If you are aged 11-25 and live in RCT you can be a part of one of our Youth Forums and work on community projects, support services tackling key issues and receive training that can help with vital skills for the future. More importantly YOU can have YOUR say on what happens where you live and on the key decisions in your area.

What is a youth forum?

A youth forum is run and developed by young people for young people. Youth forums exist to represent the views of young people, giving them the opportunity to be heard on their ideas, opinions and needs. This creates a space where young people can discuss issues, engage with decision makers such as youth workers, governance boards and staff of other organisations, and contribute to improving and developing services for young people.

Why join a youth forum?

Gain/Increase confidence
Learn new skills
Make a difference
Build new relationships
Add it to your CV/college applications/UCAS
Be empowered and take a lead in decision making
See your ideas come to life
Earn rewards
Because it’s fun!

Dates:

Every Thursday 5:00 – 7:00pm (except holidays) starting on 22nd January 2024!

To join the Cynon Youth Forum Meetings click here to book your place!

Venue: Coleg Y Cymoedd Aberdâr, Wellington St, Robertstown, Aberdare, CF44 8EN
Time: 5pm – 7pm

Staff Lead: Shauna Hopkins

Contact details: 07887450746 / shauna.hopkins@rctcbc.gov.uk

Previous projects the forum have worked on:

The Cynon Youth Forum won the award for Outstanding Active Participation at the 2023 YEPS Celebration Event. Watch the video below:

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Cynon Youth Forum