Section 2 - a better future

Making a positive contribution

Lead Officer - Judith Johnson

Reference Group - Integrated Youth Support Service Board

Key Links - things to do in safe places to be, participation

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What’s the story?

Early learning and childcare settings, schools and colleges have always played an important role in helping children and young people develop the skills they need to be part of a community outside their immediate family group.

The majority of young people in Devon are doing well; however, too often the public perception of young people is that they are anti-social and a threat.
Young people understandably resent this. Improving the perception of young people by some sections of the public will improve the quality of life for Devon’s communities by reducing fear and increasing community cohesion.

There are a few children and young people who do engage in anti-social activities. The numbers are low, but the impact is high, both for the community and the young people involved. The life chances of young offenders and those excluded from school are adversely affected.