Policy Makers
Hub na nÓg can offer support, guidance and training to policy makers at national, local and organisational levels.
We can support you in including the voices of children and young people in the creation of policy
Hub na nÓg can help policy makers working in all areas relevant to children and young people to incorporate their views in decisions that affect their lives. Whether you operate at national, local or organisational level, we can help you to meaningfully include the voices of children and young people in the creation of policy. Here you can find information on the ways in which we can support you – from training and mentorship to our library of articles and practical resources.
Participation Framework
View the National Participation Framework for Children and Young People’s Participation in Decision-making.
Previous Consultations
View our library of reports on previous consultations with children and young people.
Resources
A collection of resources related to child and youth participation and specific to policy makers.
Participation Framework and Checklists
View our range of resources related to child and youth participation, in Ireland and abroad. You will find the National Framework for Children and Young People’s Participation in Decision-making supports departments, agencies and organisations to improve their participation practice with children and young people.
The Library
A comprehensive collection of national and international good practice, policy, legal and academic publications, reports and resources on children and young people’s participation in decision-making. You can download or read our children and young people resources, all from the Hub Na nÓg.
Consultation Reports
Hub na nÓg and the Participation Support Team works with the DCEDIY in leading on the planning and conducting of these consultations and dialogues with children and young people.
Case Studies
Our Case Studies highlight good practice in giving children and young people a meaningful voice in decision-making by giving them the space, voice, audience and influence.
Toolkits
The Hub Na nÓg toolkit is a collection of practical child and youth participation resources developed by us and by others that are invested in giving children and young people a voice.