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This means that children and young people:
Engage in decision making and support the community and environment
Engage in law abiding and positive behaviour in and out of school
Develop positive relationships and choose not to bully or discriminate
Develop self confidence and successfully deal with significant life changes and challenges
Click here to read what children and young people are saying which outlines issues that children and young people have raised with the city council and partners organisations.
Children and young people should be able to make an informed contribution towards decision making about themselves, their schools and their communities and are seen by adults at the heart of the decision making process. We recognise that children and young people are taking on increasing responsibility.
All children will be valued for their contribution and they will be treated with respect and their opinions listened to and where possible acted upon and where this is not possible an explanation is given as to why.
Further information can be found within the Participation and Engagement of Children and Young People section.
The following strategies and plans have been developed to improve outcomes.
A full list of strategies and plans can be found under the A – Z Strategies page.
The Glossary of Terms page will help explain any jargon, abbreviations or terms used throughout the Children's Services website.
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If you would like further information, or wish to contribute, you can submit a question or a suggestion regarding ‘Make a Positive Contribution’ by using our online form
Linda Mason
Head of Early Intervention and Pupil Support
Phone: 0191 211 5303
Email: linda.mason@newcastle.gov.uk
Ruth Rogan
Head of Children and Young People in the Community
Phone: 0191 211 5306
Email: ruth.rogan@newcastle.gov.uk