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Some residents and parents may have recently noticed Rachel and Tom speaking with young people in Highley and asking questions about local activities, services and opportunities. We wanted to take the opportunity to introduce them and explain the important work they are carrying out.
Earlier this year, Highley hosted free activities on the Recreation Ground as part of the Big Listen, giving young people the opportunity to have fun, spend time with friends and share their views about growing up in our community.
Building on that work, and alongside National Youth Week, Rachel and Tom are continuing to speak with young people aged 11-25 across Shropshire to better understand their experiences, aspirations and the challenges they face.
They are asking questions such as:
What do young people enjoy about living in Highley?
Are there enough things to do?
What helps young people feel safe, happy and included?
What could be improved?
The information gathered will help shape future youth services and activities across Shropshire, ensuring that young people's voices are heard and reflected in decisions that affect them.
Highley Parish Council is pleased to support this work and encourages young people to get involved.
If you're aged 11-25, or know a young person who would like to have their say, you can take part in the survey here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ShropshireYouthOffer2026
The more young people who take part, the better the understanding of what matters most to them.
"Every young person has the right to express their views, feelings and wishes in all matters affecting them and to have their views considered and taken seriously." - Article 12, UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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