Why attend?

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) are leading the development of the National Youth Strategy – a bold, co-produced approach to tackling challenges facing young people and ensuring they thrive. The strategy is being developed with young people and cross-sector experts, putting them at the centre of decision-making on policies that affect them. The government conducted a wide-scale survey and engagement activities to gather insights and ideas from young people across the country. The publication of the National Youth Strategy is currently expected in December 2025.

What to expect?

· Hear from Kayleigh Wainwright, Head of Youth Strategy Engagement at DCMS about how the strategy is being developed and what it means for young people across England. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the team leading this work, understand upcoming priorities, and share your perspective.

· Participate in a Q&A session, so bring your questions and ideas to the conversation!

Who should join?

We invite Regional ICS colleagues, members of VCSE Alliance organisations, Parent Carer Forums, Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations, and anyone supporting youth engagement across England to join us for this conversation.

Further details to be shared with registered participants.