“We’re delighted to have a Youth Advisory Board, putting the expertise, ideas and voice of care experienced young people at the heart of what we do. The board is central to ensuring Coram Voice continues to focus on what care-experienced children and young people actually want and need. It is an absolute pleasure to work with them.”
– Brigid Robinson, Coram Voice Managing Director
The Youth Advisory Board is made up of care-experienced young people aged 16–25 from across England. Its role is to help shape our work, influence decision-making, and create positive change.
The Board gives young people a real opportunity to share their views, develop new skills, meet inspiring people, and be part of a charity that truly values what they have to say.
Meet the members of the Youth Advisory Board
Aalyiah, Ace, Aiysanna, Alex, Breanna, Chan, Humaira, Imaad, Maysa, Rose, Salma, Serena, Yusuf.
“I Joined the Youth Advisory Board because I want to give back to my community and support young care experienced people such as myself. I’m passionate about supporting individuals and want to inspire them and let them know they aren’t alone” (Maysa)
“I joined the Youth Advisory Board because I’m passionate about helping other care leavers and people in care” (Rose)
“I want young people to be heard, seen and valued. Not only this but to feel understood. To ensure individuals feel comfortable, safe and ready to thrive towards a bright future” (Maysa)
What does the Youth Advisory Board do?
The Youth Advisory Board helps Coram Voice by:
- Making sure our work responds to the changing needs of children and young people in care
- Contributing to the future vision and direction of Coram Voice
- Getting involved in a range of projects across the organisation
- Learning new skills and gaining insight into how charities operate
What do members get involved in?
Members of the Youth Advisory Board:
- Influence decisions about the work Coram Voice does
- Act as a voice for care-experienced children and young people
- Hear directly about Coram Voice’s plans for the future and help shape them
- Have opportunities to support wider work, including informing and developing our social media
- Meet directly with our Managing Director, Trustees, and Senior Managers
- Receive training and support to help them in their role
Meetings
The Youth Advisory Board:
- Meets once a month online
- Meets four times a year in person
- Has opportunities to meet with the with Coram Voice Board of Trustees.
Want to get involved?
Applications for the 2025 Youth Advisory Board are now closed, and will open again in 2026.
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more about the Youth Advisory Board or get involved, please contact: Info@coramvoice.org.uk