11. DARREN HUGHES (Labour—Otaki) Link to this
to the Minister of Youth Affairs
What reports has she received on the success of Youth Parliament 2007?
Hon NANAIA MAHUTA (Minister of Youth Affairs) Link to this
Alongside the many positive media reports, a report outlining the procedures of Youth Parliament 2007 was presented and tabled in the House on Tuesday, 14 August. This report details the activities that contributed to Youth Parliament 2007, including an advance copy of the Hansard for both sitting days, the Household Response to Climate Change Bill 2007, and the 10 select committee reports. The report will be made publicly available on the Youth Parliament website by the end of the week.
Can the Minister tell the House how she intends to build on the contribution of the Youth Parliament?
Hon NANAIA MAHUTA Link to this
Of course; I know that a lot of young people are interested in this answer. I have directed the Ministry of Youth Development to undertake a comprehensive evaluation of Youth Parliament 2007, and to report to me about proposals for future improvement and development of Youth Parliaments. I expect to receive this report from the ministry by the end of August. I have also asked the ministry to work with a range of agencies to develop a broader youth citizenship work programme. This will focus on a range of initiatives to enhance understanding and foster greater democratic participation by young people. Active citizenship is what it is all about.