MAKING Warwickshire the best it can for future generations – that is the aim of Warwickshire County Council (WCC) which is looking to businesses, organisations and individuals for ideas to enhance children’s experience of growing up in the county.
Ideas will be key to WCC’s Child Friendly Warwickshire programme which wants to bring residents together to create opportunities and positive, lasting change for young people.
It aims to ensure their voices are heard, they are safe, happy and healthy and equipped with the skills to lead the best lives they can.
From small ideas like keeping parks clean or supporting a youth football team, to bigger contributions like fostering a child or providing education and employment opportunities – all ideas are welcomed.
WCC children and education spokesman Jeff Morgan said: “Warwickshire is a county full of opportunity. It is where growing up is full of fun, safe and healthy experiences, and the chance to make memories which set our children and young people on course to fulfil their dreams.
“The achievements of children and young people across the county should be celebrated – and together, we can encourage even more and shape our county in a way that leads to the best outcomes for the youth of Warwickshire.
“We are asking communities across the county to think about what they can do today to help our young people tomorrow.
“However big or small your contribution, by joining forces and thinking about, and understanding, what young people need to flourish, we can shape our county in a way that leads to better outcomes for the youngsters of Warwickshire and create a place which is truly child friendly.
“This is a future we can all believe in. This is Child Friendly Warwickshire.”
Local businesses, charities or other organisations are being asked to sign up as a Child Friendly Warwickshire friend. ‘Friends’ are committed to putting children and young people at the heart of what they do and setting examples to make a positive difference.
Visit www.childfriendlywarwickshire.co.uk for more information.
Email [email protected] with ideas.
