The initiative follows on from the consultation on the Youth Matters green paper, which attracted about 19,000 responses from young people. The department wants to ensure that it continues to receive feedback from young people as it implements the proposals in the green paper.
As part of the drive Parmjit Dhanda, the undersecretary of state for children, young people and families, is undertaking a seven-stop tour of England, visiting youth groups and meeting young people.
This kicked off yesterday (Tuesday) with a visit to the Streetz Cafe community project, and Pennywell Youth Project in Sunderland. A series of further meetings are planned, some alongside culture minister David Lammy, and third sector minister Ed Miliband.
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