Message from the Youth Vital Signs Leadership Council
We’re pleased to present the first-ever Youth Vital Signs report card. It’s the product of a year-long, youth-driven research and public opinion project that gives a new voice to Vancouver youth age 15 to 24.
Our report aims to increase the influence of youth in public policy and community investment decisions that affect our lives by encouraging dialogue, debate and action.
We’ve learned that youth have strong opinions, good ideas and a concern for the future of their community. We’ve also learned there are many decision-makers who want to know how youth experience the world, and are willing to provide support and resources to make sure we are heard.
The project was directed by the Youth Vital Signs Leadership Council. We are a diverse group of Vancouverites age 15 to 24 who worked together, with mentors and community stakeholders, to make this report happen.
We would like to thank our generous supporters: the 1,700 youth that contributed to this report, Vancouver Foundation and its Youth Philanthropy Council, the City of Vancouver, the Ministry of Children and Family Development, Telus, Vancouver School Board, CBC On The Coast, Vancouver Sun and airG.
Here, you’ll find a big picture snapshot of our experiences and perspectives on life in this city. We invite you to join us in shaping a positive future for younger generations who will call Vancouver home.
Download the Youth Vital Signs 2009 report