We know that young people are passionate about the New Forest; they are its future custodians and are the generation that will be most impacted by decisions that are made today. The New Forest National Park Authority and partner organisations are committed to involving them and actioning their views on key New Forest issues.
The New Forest Youth Board is made up of 15 young adults, between the ages of 18 and 30. They promote youth voice across the New Forest and play a key role in shaping and influencing the care and future planning of the New Forest.
Meetings are held six times a year and are a mixture of in-person and online.
The New Forest Youth Board works with a range of New Forest organisations to advise and inform on issues impacting the future of the National Park, including climate change, conservation, rural economy and planning. Board members may also take on specific projects according to their interests and priorities.
If you are interested in joining the New Forest Youth Board, please send an expression of interest to: youthboard@newforestnpa.gov.uk
Additional details:
How much does it cost? Free
Is the opportunity accessible by public transport? Yes – activity dependent
Is the opportunity accessible for wheelchair/mobility-aid users? Yes
Is adult supervision required? No
Does the opportunity support people taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh award? No
New Forest National Park Authority
The New Forest was designated a national park in 2005 to give this outstanding landscape the highest level of protection and to preserve it for the nation to enjoy for generations to come. As guardians of a national park the New Forest National Park Authority has statutory purposes and socio-economic responsibilities: To conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area To promote opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities. To seek to foster the economic and social well-being of the local communities within the National Park. Protect – Enjoy – Prosper
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