The Youth Policy Development Group with SOUK and DCMS

“The YPDG is an amazing experience that has allowed me to make friendships with other likeminded young people whilst also giving us the opportunity to have our voices heard at the top levels of Parliament.”
– Lauren

“The YPDG is one of the few avenues I feel I have really been able to get my voice heard as a young person. It is essential that there are programs like this for the youth and I’m grateful to be a part of such a diverse, friendly and hardworking group.”
– Charlie

“The YPDG has been a really great experience so far. It’s been a fantastic way to learn more about important issues and have a chance to share my views with genuinely important decision makers. And along the way I’ve met some really inspirational young people.”
– Laurence

“The YPDG is so much more than I could have possibly imagined. All expectations were exceeded in just the first session. I now feel more confident and experienced in terms of my future career!”
– Adrianna

“The YPDG has given me the opportunity to really have my voice heard and help to make sure young people are listened too. I’ve also learnt so much about so many things and met some amazing people!”
– Maddie

“I’ve found working with the YPDG to be really interesting, it’s all very relaxed and doesn’t feel intimidating at all, it’s so cool to know that we’re making a difference.”
– Libi

“The YPDG has given me the opportunity to travel across the country for meetings and be exposed to new avenues for youth engagement, such as through my new position on the #iwill Fund’s Leadership Board and Advisory Panel.”
– Jemima

“I’m immensely grateful for the YPDG and everyone involved, for having shared with me the skills needed to effectively advocate and enact change for my fellow peers.”
– Inaam

“Shout Out UK has been really accommodating in regards to attendance for the meetings as I have had to participate via Zoom or for less than full session. This was really nice to see as it showed me that me and my peers who I represent have valued opinions that matter. Plus with all the extra opportunities that have been offered alongside the YPDG I have managed to expand my range of skills and develop my public speaking which is something I have wanted to do for a while. All in all it’s been a wonderful experience and I would do it again in an instant!”
– Hannah