The National Youth Agency (NYA), which carried out the review in partnership with Youth Focus North West, recommends the creation of a youth participation strategy, spanning all 21 wards in Blackpool.
The research has “highlighted the need to involve young people in the design and decision-making of youth services offered in Blackpool”, Leigh Middleton, NYA chief executive, said.
It recommends that the creation and implementation of the strategy is overseen by a group of young people.
“Youth participation facilitates a feeling of ownership that increases the likelihood of an initiative’s success.
“Effective, high-quality youth work can enhance young people’s life chances. It offers young people safe spaces to explore their identity, experience decision-making, increase confidence, develop interpersonal skills, and think through the consequences of their actions,” Middleton added.
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