As World Children’s Day nears, Cllr Liz Parsons, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, highlights how we kicked off celebrations today with Liverpool Schools’ Parliament, bringing together hundreds of young people. She also announces a Children’s ‘Takeover’ of the Council’s social media on November 20!
Today, we brought together hundreds of children and young people for Liverpool Schools’ Parliament, a space where young people can share their ideas, hold us accountable, and influence what happens in their city.
With #WorldChildrensDay just one-week away on November 20, it was the perfect moment to highlight why it’s so important to put young voices at the centre of decision making.
This year’s Liverpool Schools’ Parliament focused on children’s rights. Young people took the spotlight, delivering impactful presentations about what their rights mean to them.
They emphasised fundamental rights such as access to good health, quality education, and the freedom to express themselves. The message from these young speakers was clear, they understand their rights and expect them to be upheld and respected.
As part of our World Children’s Day celebrations, we’re also excited to share that, on November 20, young people will be taking over the Council’s social media channels. This #ChildrensTakeover is all about making sure we’re truly listening, as it provides a platform for them to share their perspectives and priorities. By handing them the mic, we can act on what they say and ensure their voices lead the way.
The social media takeover is a fresh and dynamic way for the Council to connect with young people from all backgrounds, amplifying their voices and showing our genuine commitment to their ideas and concerns.
Liverpool City Council is proud to reaffirm our goal of becoming a UNICEF Child Friendly City, a vision that aligns with UNICEF’s mission to create cities where children’s rights and well-being are prioritised. Achieving this means a continuous, dedicated effort to create inclusive spaces, policies, and practices that place children and young people at the centre of everything we do.
Our aim is to make Liverpool a city where every child feels valued, safe, and empowered, so they can play a key role in shaping their future.
I encourage everyone in Liverpool, families, schools, local organisations, and individuals, to join us in celebrating World Children’s Day. Let’s recognise and honour the voices of young people, and work together to build a future that reflects their hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
