Young Ambassadors for Inclusion

The Young Ambassadors for Inclusion are aged between 12 and 18 and represent 22 of the 32 local authorities in Scotland. The group aims to:

• Share young people's views and experiences of inclusion;
• Raise awareness of Additional Support for Learning with other pupils to reduce stigma and improve understanding;
• Improve school staffs understanding of inclusion;
• Work together to develop ways to develop and support inclusive education.

In June, a group from young ambassadors took their messages about inclusion to the Scottish Cabinet.

We were split into two groups and were involved in developing a support pack for schools, including a short film to raise awareness of inclusion, the range of additional support needs and the impact on young people.

I was involved in making the short film. We filmed it in The Mercure Hotel in Glasgow. It took a whole day to film. The film was then edited into a short film.

I have really enjoyed being part of the Young Ambassador for Inclusion because it got my voice heard, I met lots of other people who had the same views as me. I am looking forward to continuing going forward with this.

A link to the film is below.

Aaron

‘Ask Us, Hear Us, Include Us!’ (opens new window)