Strives to meet the needs of young people by strengthening its member organisations & valuing their diversity
Acts as a forum for the exchange of information and provides training and updating to member organisations
Informs, advises and supports those who work with children & young people within the voluntary sector
Acts as a catalyst by identifying and responding to changing needs
Negotiates, influences and lobbies on behalf of its member organisations
Draws upon the expertise of its members and encourages the sharing of skills, knowledge & experience
Works within and beyond boundaries & age ranges, in order to develop services to young people across the county
Actively encourages partnership approaches to youth work & provides local links to Regional & National networks