Young people invited to help shape Washington's future
‘Young people are the future of Washington and it's vital that their voices are included in the decisions we make.’
Washington wants organisations to come forward as plans progress for its new Young People's Board.
The opportunity comes from the Washington Pride in Place Board, which wants organisations active in Washington to establish and lead the new board.
Washington Pride in Place was awarded up to £20m in Phase 1 of the Government’s Pride in Place programme.
The Washington Pride in Place Programme Board brings together representatives from the public, private, voluntary, community and education sectors to guide investment and ensure that local people help make decisions.
The programme’s objectives are to build thriving places, strengthen communities and ensure residents’ views are at the heart of decision-making.
Ruth Walker, chair of the Washington Pride in Place Board, said: "Young people are the future of Washington and it's vital that their voices are included in the decisions we make.
"We want to understand what matters most to them, what they enjoy about living here, and what changes they would like to see in the years ahead.
"The board will be meeting to consider future investment opportunities later this year and we want to make sure that the next generation have a chance to play a meaningful role in shaping these developments."
Interest in the Young People’s Board must be submitted by November 2. The successful organisation should be appointed in December, with delivery beginning in January 2027.
There are still opportunities for Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations to apply for funding, with the programme open for applications until 5pm on Monday, November 30, or until all the funding has been fully committed.
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