Evaluation
Our Say Our Way is an exciting project which encourages young people to have a say on the issues that affect them.
Led by Peabody and sponsored by the Big Lottery Fund, it gives 12-21-year-olds a voice and a chance to have their say about the decisions that impact their lives and their local community. They can then make a positive difference to themselves and others around them.
Over the life of the project we have been evaluating its impact and we are continuing to do so. This is what we've found so far and ways for you to contribute to the evaluation.
SURVEY
Tell us what you think about OSOW: Go on!
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RESULTS
Answers to the question:
What would make you want to get involved in a project to improve your community?
Each bar represents one of the following factors:
A - It is led by young people
B - You would get the chance to be a leader
C - You would get to make changes to your area
D - You would get accreditation for participation (certificates, etc.)
E - You would get to go on trips
F - You would get to meet new people
Answers to the question:
How youth-led would you say Our Say Our Way is?
EXTERNAL EVALUATION
Our Say Our Way has been externally evaluated by involver. You can read their report below or downlaod it here:
Our Say Our Way: An evaluation of youth-led community work in social housing
TESTIMONIALS
"Over the last two and half years Home Group have worked in partnership with local youth service providers within or surrounding our neighbourhoods. The OSOW model has enabled us to empower young people to tell us as their local landlord what they want to change in their communities or what they would like to see.
We have seen a number of young people being trained in skills both for life and employability as well as taking part on residentials. The OSOW model gives a great platform for engaging and consulting with young people to make positive contributions to their communities."
Mark Henderson, Chief Executive, Home Group
“Through Our Say Our Way I have changed my thoughts on young people working with older people and being understood. Because often young people aren’t understood, or aren’t given the time to be understood by older people. So being given the opportunity to work with all ages helps people to understand me, but also me to understand other people.”
Aishia, Chingford, London
