#PowerOfYouth Charter

The #IWill movement in Scotland aims to encourage and empower more young people to take action, make a difference and influence change within their communities, the environment and broader society through activities such as volunteering, fundraising, mentoring, campaigning and activism.

#IWill partners are working together across Scotland to deliver a cross-sector approach that will transform the role and perception of young people in society. We are calling on organisations to come forward and support the young people of today make a difference for the world of tomorrow!

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in the #IWill Movement in Scotland beyond and support more young people to take action, make a difference & influence change!

Since 2013 over 1000 organisations across the UK pledged to think about what they can do to involve young people in social action. On top of that there are over 350 young #IWill Ambassadors across the UK, promoting and celebrating the voices of young people!

But there is still more that needs to be done to grow the Movement and we need you to join us to help continue to grow the #PowerOfYouth!

Find out more on how to get involved and start spreading the word about the #PowerOfYouth and Join the Movement! Youth Action: UK Youth Charity Empowering 10-25 Year Olds

What is the Charter?

The #PowerOfYouth Charter provides a framework for your organisation to empower more young people to take action, make a difference and influence change.

Organisations are encouraged to commit to five key principles:

1. Prioritise empowering young people to volunteer and take social action

2. Open up your decision-making structures

3. Work in partnership

4. Evidence the benefits of youth social action

5. Recognise and celebrate young people

Find out more about the charter here! Sign up for the #PowerOfYouth Charter here!

How can you get involved?

1. Sign up to the Charter Sign up through a senior leader from your organisation such as the Chief Executive or Chair. Ideally you will have endorsement for the Charter from your Board. Your organisation will outline specific actions it will take to deliver on the Charter commitments.

2. Shout about it. Publicise your adoption of the Charter through your communication channels.

3. Follow through. Your organisation will hold itself accountable to young people and track its development by sharing your progress towards the Charter commitments annually with #IWill Scotland partners, ambassadors and your networks.