A few weeks ago, our Youth Reps headed to the Gloucestershire County Council Environment Scrutiny Committee to share their views alongside local leaders. They took part in discussions on electric vehicle charging schemes and the Local Nature Recovery Strategy
In these decision-making spaces our youth reps ask questions and speak up to share their insights and feedback we’ve heard from young people across Gloucestershire — to support and advocate for youth voices being considered in decisions made
They said:
“It was such a great experience, and really inspired me to get more involved in my local council.” – Saskia
“The meeting was much more welcoming to us and our questions than I expected and it was a great opportunity to learn about what’s going on and ask questions to press on environmental solutions!” – Noama
Cllr Becki Hoyland (Vice-Chair), Cllr Sarah Hands (Chair) + Cllr Martin Horwood (Cabinet Member for Nature, Climate & Waste Reduction) pictured with Saskia and Noama