The aim of this project is to establish a regional network for young people to amplify their voice across the region and develop with them their role as partners in coproduction.
The project has been carrying out a survey across the South East to establish a base line of how young people’s voice is used to enhance SEND support and provision across the local areas.,
The project produced a State of the Region’s CYP Voice, published in July 2026. The report follows analysis of this survey. The link to the report can be found below in the document library below.
A celebration event and a launch of the regional findings on 26th June, was postponed due to extreme heat conditions. The event will now be held in the Autumn term as an online event. Further details to follow.
The project is listed in the SESLIP Regional Improvement Plan 2025-26.
Sharing of resources from Local Authorities
Jargon Buster – Complied by Council for Disabled Children explaining some policy words and terms that children and young people might come across
Involve me practical guide – How to involve people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) in decision-making and consultation, produced by Mencap British Institute of Learning Disabilities and The Renton Foundation
Include Autism – The toolkit for developing autism inclusive youth groups, produced by Ambitious about Autism
Shout Out for SEND – Learning Hub – link to the Youth Voice Bucks SEND Learning Hub – packed with videos, flyers, and resources created by young people with SEND for professionals, young people and their families. Whether you’re in Buckinghamshire or beyond, there’s something here to help you support young people with SEND. Dive in and discover something new!
I Want Them To Know I Think – Amplifying the voices of young people at PACE
Case studies and blogs – Youth Voice Bucks promotes high quality youth participation for Buckinghamshire. On the website you can see examples of good participation projects run by various services and organisations.
