Module 1: Why Should We?
Date:14 October 2010
Venue:Children in Northern Ireland, 40 Montgomery Road, Belfast
Time:1.30pm - 5.00pm
Course Outline
The aim of this course is to develop knowledge and understanding of why they should engage with children and young people during policy development and service design.
Aimed at
This session is aimed at:
• Senior Managers
• Chief Executives
• Senior Civil Servants
• Directors
• Staff involved in policy making/designing services
Course objectives
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
• Describe the role and function of the Participation Network
• Explain the difference between participation and consultation
• List the elements of participation
• Understand how children and young people’s participation can benefit your work
• Understand the policy and legislative context of participation
• Identify the Indicators that a public authority is “developing a culture where the views of children and young people are routinely sought on matters that impact on them,” (OFMDFM, 2006) in line with your policy and legislative requirements
Comments from Participants
“I am out of denial about having to do this. The type of assistance you can offer seems like a life line.”
“Excellent facilitation and presentation”
“Excellent training - I have recommended it within my own organisations and to other public authorities.”
