Let’s decide together! Guide to meaningful and effective engagement of children in decision-making processes

Description

A guide for decision makers about meaningful children's participation in shaping decisions 

Date
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Raluca Verweijen-Slamnescu, Council of Europe

Purpose
Collective Participation
Age range of target people
0-8 years
9-12 years
13-15 years
16-18 years
Characteristics of children and groups
Not specified
Modes of participation
Consultative
Phases in cycle of participation
Planning
Connecting with Children
Identifying Issues and Priorities
Investigating Children's Views
Taking Action
Following-up on Actions
Evaluating and Sharing
Skills trained
Consulting
Profile of target group
Healthcare Professionals (Doctors, Nurses, Community Health)
Educators (e.g. teachers)
Social Workers
Youth Workers
Municipality Staff
Local Authorities (Policy-makers; Decision-makers)
National Authorities
Target group's degree of knowledge
Beginner