ASCEL is working with libraries across the country to build a Youth Engagement Network, to ensure children and young people's voices are heard within our sector.
We started our pilot in September 2023 with eight public library services and one school library. Children and young people (particularly those from backgrounds that are often marginalised) were invited to their local library to co-create activities with library teams. This is all about giving them confidence, supporting them with developing valuable skills like teamwork and creative expression, and showing them just how great the library is.
The interim report is now available
On this page, you'll find case studies from those libraries who took part in this pilot study.
Barnstable Library (Libraries Unlimited)
All these case studies are written and published by ASCEL, in tandem with the libraries taking part.