Pupil voice in the democratic process

South London students had the chance to air their views on a range of subjects that affect them at the third annual Pupil Voice conference.

The conference hosted by Lambeth Council gave young people (Secondary school pupils) the chance to meet key decision makers within the Council and find out how they can take part in the borough’s democratic process.

were invited to take part in the conference, which is hosted by Lambeth Council.

Lambeth’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People Councillor Pete Robbins said: “There are more than 30,000 primary and secondary school pupils in Lambeth and they all have tremendous talents and energy. We want to give them a proper voice in how we shape services that affect them, and the Youth Conference gives them that opportunity.”

The conference was aimed at school council members and included workshops and advice for young leaders.