October 30, 2026 - 378 views
Young people from across North Wales have been developing their leadership and influencing skills at a special event hosted in Colwyn Bay.
Thirty members of youth councils from the region's six local authorities came together for the fourth North Wales Youth Council Network meeting at Conwy County Borough Council's Coed Pella offices.
The event, hosted by Conwy Youth Council in partnership with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, gave young people the opportunity to explore issues they feel passionate about and discuss the changes they would like to see in their communities.
Through interactive activities, discussions and film-based learning, participants worked in pairs and small groups to consider how they could communicate their ideas and encourage others to take action.
The training introduced a leadership and influencing approach known as Public Narrative, which uses personal experiences and values to help people tell stories that build connections and inspire change.
Young people were encouraged to develop their ideas through writing, storyboards and artwork, choosing the format that best suited their strengths. They also learned practical coaching techniques to help support one another in their roles as young leaders.
Youth councils give young people aged between 11 and 18 the chance to discuss issues affecting their communities and share their views with decision-makers at local and national level.
In Conwy, youth council representatives can also take part in scrutiny meetings, giving them an opportunity to contribute to the democratic process
