Author: Kelly Drew
We have been supporting The Hamlet Centre with establishing a Youth Forum made up of their own centre users. It’s purpose is to give the young people the chance and confidence to raise issues that are important to them outside of the centre.

The group have highlighted 3 areas that restrict their independence and they think should change;
  • The accessibility of the local park and outside spaces close to the centre
  • City transport
  • Banking systems
The group have made a good start by taking their thoughts on Marion Road Park and Ketts Heights to local parks Development Officer for Norwich City Council and being part of Norwich City transport survey.

They also invited their local MP to hear their views. This month, Clive Lewis, MP for Norwich South visited the centre for the first time. He had a tour and did a great Q & A session but most importantly he listened! Jack and Emily shared their concerns and the group’s priorities and Clive came up with some great ideas – he even got the issues of the park onto an agenda of a council meeting that was happening the following day!

Read all about his visit here and also watch this space for updates of the influence the group has.
 We were thrilled to welcome Clive Lewis MP to The Hamlet Adult Centre! | The Hamlet

Well done to The Hamlet Centre Youth Forum!
We have been busy running library drop-in sessions across the County.  You can find out where you can find us via our online calendar.