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Leeds SEND Youth Council

Find out how to join the Leeds SEND Youth Council and help improve SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) services for children and young people in Leeds.

Who can get involved

Young people 11 to 25 with SEND who live or go to school or college in Leeds.

What is involved

  • A group of fifteen young people who serve a 2 year term.
  • Meet once a month online or in person.
  • Work on campaigns and projects you are passionate about.
  • Visits from different teams and services from across the city, who provide information and seek your views about what is happening in Leeds for young people with SEND.
  • Opportunities to take part in other youth voice opportunities to influence SEND services in Leeds.

Benefits

  • Learn about and contribute to improving SEND services for young people in Leeds.
  • Learn new skills and build new friendships.
  • Share ideas and experiences with decision makers.

Get involved

Contact us to get involved in any of our programmes.

Further information

Watch a video about the Leeds SEND Youth Council external link.
Read about the Leeds SEND Youth Council on the Leeds Local Offer website external link.