A new voice for Penarth youngsters
Young people in Penarth
have a new vehicle to promote their views thanks to the creation of
the town’s very first youth council.
Penarth Youth Action has been set up as a joint venture between
the Vale of Glamorgan Youth Service, Penarth Town Council and the
voluntary sector, and will have the opportunity to influence
stakeholders and policymakers on issues affecting younger members
of the community, as well as raising the positive profile of young
people in the area.
The official launch of the new fifteen-strong group, held at the
Washington Gallery, was attended by Cllr Sophie Williams, the Vale
of Glamorgan’s Youth Champion, and the Leader of the Council, Cllr
Gordon Kemp. The evening included a presentation by members of the
PYA and an opportunity for those who attended to get to know the
new team.
Cllr Williams said: “Without the support and dedication we've
received from the excellent youth workers in Penarth this project
just wouldn't have been possible.
“It's a fantastic opportunity for young people to work with
Penarth Town Council on projects such as a youth park and the youth
summer festival.
“This is a great chance for young people in Penarth to get
involved in planning for their future and to show everyone
first-hand the great things they can do.”
For more information on Penarth Youth Action, please contact Ve
Van der Voorde on 029 20701254 or email VVanDeVoorde@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk.