What can you get involved in?

🗳️East Riding Youth Council

The East Riding Youth Council is a place for young people aged 11–18 (up to 25 with additional needs) from across the East Riding of Yorkshire to come together, share their views, and make a positive difference in their communities. Youth Council meetings provide a safe, inclusive and supportive space where young people can:

🌟 Discuss issues that matter to them and other young people

🗣️ Influence local decision-making and shape services

🤝 Meet new people, develop friendships and work as part of a team

💡 Develop confidence, leadership and communication skills

📢 Plan campaigns, consultations and projects on topics affecting young people

🏛️ Engage with local councillors, decision-makers and partner organisations

🎯 Represent the views of young people across the East Riding

Whether you are passionate about mental health, transport, climate change, youth services, community safety, or simply want to have your voice heard, the Youth Council welcomes new members from all backgrounds and experiences.

🏛️ Youth Parliament

The East Riding Youth Parliament gives local young people aged 11–18 a platform to voice their priorities and influence policy, with representatives participating in national UK Youth Parliament debates and running local campaigns. The initiative is supported by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council and managed by Community VISION. Following elections held in February, the newest Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) and Deputy Members of Youth Parliament (DMYP's) were announced at a declaration event on March 5, 2026.

🌍 Key Topics:

The 5 key topics for the East Riding Youth Council and East Riding Youth Parliament members were chosen as part of the Make Your Mark votes, these topics are:

💚 Mental Health and Wellbeing

🚌 Transport

✨ Youth Services

🌱 Climate Change

🛡️ Keeping Young People Safe