18/06/2012 -

Consultation on improving the lives of children and young people

The Department of Children and Youth Affairs wants your help in developing plans to improve the lives of children and young people over the next five years. For the first time, one Government department is responsible for all policy on the well-being of children and young people. The Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Frances Fitzgerald, TD, wants your views. That’s why we are launching a nationwide consultation.

Who is this consultation for?

Anyone with an interest in improving the lives of children and young people.

What do we want for children and young people?

We want children and young people to:

• Be safe and secure
• Have a say in decisions that affect their lives
• Enjoy learning in all aspects of their lives
• Be good citizens
• Be healthy and active
• Move confidently into adulthood
• Experience economic security

Consultation forms can be completed on-line or in hard copy

If you would prefer to complete this survey offline then please download the printable version -  Irish Version   -   English Version

Any queries or requests for assistance in relation to completing this consultation document can be directed (by e-mail) to consultation2012@dcya.gov.ie

Department of Children and Youth Affairs 43-49 Mespil Road, Dublin 4. Tel: +353 1 647 3000

Closing date for receipt of consultation forms: Friday, 6th July 2012