Advocacy for Refugee Youth: Amplifying Voices in Policy & Decision-Making
Empowering Refugee Voices in Policy & Community Decisions. At the Refugee Youth Council, we believe that refugee youth should have a decisive role in shaping the policies and services that impact their lives.
What We Stand For
Sense of Belonging
Creating spaces where youth feel connected and valued.
Meaningful Participation
Ensuring youth actively shape the decisions that affect them.
Equitable Service Access
Improving access to education, health, and employment.
Rainbow Youth Support
Fostering safe, inclusive spaces for diverse identities.
Disabled Youth Empowerment
Championing equal opportunities for all youth to thrive.
How We Make It Happen
- Youth-Led Advocacy: Direct engagement with community leaders and policymakers.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Working with schools, organisations, and government agencies.
- Tailored Support: Providing help with participation, co-design, and policy.
Our Impact So Far
Refugee Resettlement Forum
Our active participation has amplified refugee youth voices, influencing national resettlement policies.
New Zealand Refugee Alliance
Advocating with 50+ organisations to ensure youth perspectives shape community and government policy.
World Refugee Day Panels
Youth-led events have sparked local council and policymaker action across Aotearoa.
Policy Shifts
We’ve helped achieve real improvements in access to education, mental health support, and job pathways.
Inclusive Spaces
Our advocacy ensures more welcoming services for rainbow and disabled refugee youth across communities.
Let's Work Together
Want to make refugee youth participation more meaningful? Whether you’re a school, community group, or government agency, we can help create programmes and policies that reflect their voices.
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