Advocacy for Refugee Youth
Empowering Refugee Voices in Policy & Community Decisions
At the Refugee Youth Council, we believe that refugee youth should have a decisive role in shaping the policies and services that impact their lives.
What We Stand For
Sense of Belonging: Spaces where youth feel connected.
Meaningful Participation: Youth actively shaping decisions.
Service Access: Better access to education, health, and jobs.
Rainbow Youth: Safe, inclusive spaces for diverse identities.
Disabled Youth: Equal opportunities to thrive.
How We Make It Happen
Youth-Led Advocacy: Direct engagement with leaders.
Collaborative Partnerships: With schools, orgs, and agencies.
Tailored Support: Help with participation, design, or policies.
Our Impact So Far
Refugee Resettlement Forum
Our active participation has amplified refugee youth voices, influencing national resettlement policies.
New Zealand Refugee Alliance
Advocating with 50+ organisations to ensure youth perspectives shape community and government policy.
World Refugee Day Panels
Youth-led events have sparked local council and policymaker action across Aotearoa.
Policy Shifts
We’ve helped achieve real improvements in access to education, mental health support, and job pathways.
Inclusive Spaces
Our advocacy ensures more welcoming services for rainbow and disabled refugee youth across communities.
Let’s Work Together
Want to make refugee youth participation more meaningful? Whether you’re a school, community group, or government agency, we can help create programmes and policies that reflect their voices.
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