My advocate has been wonderful. They got to know and understand me, rather than sticking with the “label” and making assumptions.
When you’re feeling nervous or worried about speaking out the Maze Toolkit will help you to get your point of view across. Each tool can be used to make sure other people hear and understand what you have to say.
The tools are particularly useful for getting your views heard at meetings but can be used anytime you have something to say.
These tools were designed by young people at Maze for you to use. How you do this is up to you but here are some suggestions
We help young people age 6-19 in Somerset and Cardiff to get their views heard on issues affecting their emotional or mental wellbeing. Our service is free, independent and confidential. Meet the team.
A more adult-orientated guide to our work. Includes FAQs, project policies and other helpful info for parents, professionals and other adults working with young people.