The importance of involving children and young people in the design,development and delivery of services is increasingly recognised. Theirinvolvement is crucial from the outset, not only to establish what isneeded but also to identify the most effective ways of delivering andachieving it.
Consultation and participation also support children and young people todevelop their skills and abilities. The benefits include increasedconfidence and self-esteem, and skills that enable them to play anactive part in their community.
Importantly, involving children in creating, shaping and buildingservices for their communities will help build a sense of ownership andengagement, designing and defining communities increasingly around thechild's needs.
There are a wide range of building blocks to consultation andparticipation.
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