MAY 4, 2021
Happy National Youth Week! A growing proportion of our population, youth have the ability to influence and change so much about our communities. By planning with youth in mind and providing opportunities for youth-oriented engagement, we can make sure their voices are also heard. Read on for some interesting statistics on youth engagement in the HRM, Canada, and globally!
Youth have traditionally not been prioritized as stakeholders for public consultation, so their needs and preferences are often overlooked in planning policy.
Swipe through to learn the importance of engaging Halifax youth in planning for our future, and check out these links from @hfxmoments and @cdnplanners for more resources:
A Kid’s Guide to building great cities: https://cip-icu.ca/Files/Resources/kidsguide.aspx
HRM virtual youth programming: https://www.halifax.ca/parks-recreation/programs-activities/youth-programs-services/national-youth-week
Youth Services Directory: https://www.halifax.ca/sites/default/files/documents/city-hall/boards-committees-commissions/YouthServicesDirectory.pdf
Youth spaces: https://www.halifax.ca/parks-recreation/programs-activities/youth-programs-services/youth-spaces