British Cycling has established a National Youth Forum and is currently searching for a group of young volunteers to pilot the project.
If you love cycling and are committed to ensuring that young people remain involved in the sport, then this is a fantastic opportunity to gain an insight into the National Governing Body and have an influence on the issues that impact grass roots sport, and to gain valuable experience.
The aim of the initiative is to empower young people to develop opportunities for their peers, providing the chance to ride, race and volunteer beyond the age of 16.
British Cycling are looking to recruit a group of eight to12 volunteers between 16-24,who would like to represent other young people and ensure their voice is heard. Knowledge and understanding of the issues that their peers face, along with an understanding of current programmes available for young people in cycling is important for someone to take on the role.
"It is vital that young people have a say in the direction of cycling’s future."
Andrew Chaston, British Cycling Development Manager for Clubs and Volunteers
British Cycling is always investigating new ways to get young people involved in cycling. British Cycling would like young people to drive this next stage of development and the establishment of the National Youth Forum is an important part of beginning that process.
“It is vital that young people have a say in the direction of cycling’s future. We want them to drive this project and create new opportunities for both themselves and their peers in what is an unprecedented period of popularity for cycling,” said British Cycling’s Andrew Chaston, Development Manager for Clubs and Volunteers.
“Working in conjunction with our Go-Ride and Young Volunteer programmes, it will be an opportunity for them to enhance their team building and leadership skills which will stand them in great stead in the future.”
“We want young people to have a voice and by holding the forums, we hope to empower our young volunteers with some genuine influence in order to build a better sport.”
If you are interested in the National Youth Forum and would like more information please email Andrew at andrewchaston@britishcycling.org.uk.
