Children and young people
The needs and interests of children and young people are at the heart of the Welsh Assembly Government's vision for a better Wales.
Our strategy for children and young people is based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. We have drawn up seven core aims for children and young people, each based on the UN Convention Articles.
In line with these aims, actions we have taken to improve the lives of children and young people in Wales include:
- appointing a Children's Commissioner to champion children's rights - the first such post in the UK
- creating the multi-million pound Cymorth fund to improve the life chances of children and young people from disadvantanged areas
- making School Councils compulsory so that children have a say in how their school is run - another UK first
- implementing the Foundation Phase for 3-7 year olds in education, which encourages learning through play.
Latest News
01/02/10
Apprenticeship Week Wales celebrates the skills and enthusiasm apprentices bring to employers across Wales. It features demonstration events by training providers and good news stories about real apprentices.
01/02/10
Baden Powell Primary School in Tremorfa has become the 1000th school to participate in the Welsh Assembly Government’s Free Breakfast initiative.
Consultations
This document represents a consultation on the revised guidance on youth support services for young people aged 11-25.
Related Links
MEND is helping children in Wales become healthier, fitter and happier.
An Action Plan for Wales in response to the Concluding Observations of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child 2008.
The IFSS is a pioneering model designed to deliver co-ordinated social care to families with an identified need.
Statistics about child poverty and deprivation.