29 February 2008
The Government wants to unlock the talent of young leaders so that more young people are able to champion local and national issues and to become positive role models for their communities.
Launching the vision today the Government is encouraging more young people to become leaders, and committing to help more young people develop and use their leadership skills to help bring about change.
Recognising that today’s young people have enormous leadership potential, the Government has pledged £6million over the next three years to work with dynamic and innovative youth leadership organisations to:
• develop and promote internships with local councillors
• increase opportunities for young people to act as leaders within their communities
• to help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to overcome the barriers that prevent them from fulfilling their potential
• launch a national campaign to celebrate achievements of young people who have championed causes
• to encourage and support schools to increase leadership opportunities
• advise and challenge Government on involving young people in decision-making at the highest level
Mark Link