190920CNPABoardPaper2CairngormsYouthAction

This document contains a proposal for Cairngorms Youth Action, a project to engage young people in the Cairngorms National Park. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) board previously agreed to support the development of a youth council. A Youth Steering Group has been working since January 2019 to create a structure and plan for the project, including establishing a youth group with a defined remit, creating a funding process for youth-led projects, and planning events. The plan includes the establishment of a Cairngorms Youth Action Team, comprising young people from across Scotland with an interest in the Cairngorms. The team will engage in decision-making processes, receive grants for projects, and participate in events organized by the CNPA. Funding for the project is currently secured through the EUROPARC Youth Manifesto Project, with future annual funding required from the CNPA. The project aims to empower young people by encouraging their involvement in the governance of the National Park and the development of innovative initiatives that benefit both themselves and the park.