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Young people’s involvement

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At Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, we want to engage with young people and provide opportunities for them to shape and improve services, it is a vital part of ensuring the needs of all service users are met.

By involving young people in decisions about their health and care, we will improve health and wellbeing, improve the quality of care and improve services, which will meet the needs of young people.

Different ways to get involved

Young Dynamos – Youth Opinion and Advisory Group

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The group gives young people the opportunity to get involved and have their voice heard on young peoples NHS services and care.

It will give you valuable experience for your future career. More importantly, the group is a really positive social space where strong friendships can be built.

You can get involved with:

• Designing NHS Services • Interviewing NHS staff • Shaping research and taking part in research • Presenting and public speaking • NHS work experience & volunteering • Training and education opportunities

Young Dynamos is for people aged 14 to 22. The group meets once a fortnight during term-time on a Thursday 5.30pm till 7.00pm.

What will I get out of joining?

  • Meet new people.
  • Develop skills in presenting and communication.
  • Get team building skills and confidence.
  • Be able to contribute to your personal statement.

See the Young Dynamos Research advisory and Involvement group poster. 

QR code for registration form to be a member of young dynamos

Please scan the QR code to complete a registration form to become a Young Dynamo member.

We work closely with Born and Bradford and the age of wonder project. If you would like more information about the project see this webpage.

 

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