NI Youth Forum is funded by The Electoral Commission to support young people and other practitioners who work with young people, to better understand democracy, elections, and political participation.
The Youth Voice Network is a UK-wide programme, and NI Youth Forum leads the Northern Ireland Youth Voice Network for The Electoral Commission. Made up of Youth Voice Champions, the Network helps shape Electoral Commission work through consultations, supports the design of youth-friendly resources, and delivers youth-led events and campaigns.
A new programme launched in late 2025, aiming to strengthen democratic education across Northern Ireland through practitioner collaboration, training, resource development and Welcome to Your Vote Week delivery.
WHY THIS WORKMATTERS
Democracy works best when people understand it, trust it, and feel confident taking part. Our work helps create learning opportunities that are accessible, inclusive and relevant to young people.
- Supports young people to explore what democracy means to them
- Builds practitioner confidence and knowledge to deliver impartial and impactful democratic education
- Strengthens youth voice in decision-making and resource development
- Ensures democracy education is clear, inclusive and jargon-free
If you’d like to learn more about either programme, or explore how your school, youth setting or organisation can get involved, contact Arón.
