Dame Rachel de Souza's campaign, launched today (14 September), will ask children and young people about their lives and political priorities, particularly focusing on those with experience of the care system.
Children aged six to 18 can fill in the survey, and parents of children up to the age of 18 can submit responses on their child’s behalf.
The results will be used to encourage policymakers to consider the needs of children and young people who are not old enough to vote, as the country approaches the next general election.
De Souza said: “When I talk to children and young people, they tell me how ambitious they are – for their futures, their careers, and for the economy. But too often, their voices are overlooked when it comes to decisions that will directly impact them for years to come.
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