Cumbria Safeguarding Youth Voices (CSYV)

Josh: Hello my name is Josh I’m 14 and from Carlisle, I joined because you can put your opinions forward, it’s something to do to pass the time and the food is good.

Kerry: Hello my name is Kerry I am 17 years old and I really enjoy reading. I joined the Young Perspective Board to help improve things that need to be improved, and also make young people happier.

Sophie: My name is Sophie, I’m 15 years old. My favourite subjects are history and art, I think its important to keep people safe in Cumbria.

Lucia: My name is Lucia and I am currently studying at 6th form. My hobbies include drama and music. I joined the LSCB Young Perspective Board because I wanted to help develop projects to keep young people safe in Cumbria.

Nathan: My name is Nathan I am 18 years old and in my spare time I like to spend a lot of time with my family I’m currently on the youth council at Furness.

Stefan: My name is Stefan, I’m 17 years old, I have many hobbies such as sport, construction models and reading. I am part of the LSCB and I believe that every child should be accounted for. The reason I’m part of the LSCB is to help young people whenever possible and to make every young person happy.

Ellie: Hi my name is Ellie and I’m currently in full time education. I joined the Young Perspective Board because I feel passionate about keeping children in Cumbria safe and entertained throughout their daily lives.

Courtney: My name is Courtney I really like art and dancing I am in year 10 and love where I am.

Blink Magazine - Lakeland Youth Council have produced magazines written by young people for young people.

Safety Happiness and Health Toolkit - The Early Help Strategy was launched in March 2021. The CSCP worked with young people to develop the strategy and Cumbria Safeguarding Youth Voices developed a toolkit to support children and young people to ask for help earlier. The toolkit designed by young people for young people acts like a guide to early help.

Further resources