About the role

As a Policy and Campaigns Volunteer, you will play a key role in supporting our efforts to influence policy, raise awareness, and advocate for improved mental health services for young people. You will work closely with our Policy and Campaigns team to help shape and deliver impactful campaigns and contribute to policy development aimed at creating lasting change.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in research, analysis and drafting of policy papers, briefing notes, and reports related to mental health issues affecting young people.
• Support the development and creation of campaigns that raise awareness and push for reforms in mental health services
• Monitor relevant policy developments, governmental reports, and key discussions within the mental health sector.
• Help with the development of training materials or toolkits for volunteers and supporters to increase awareness and engagement around mental health policy.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings and brainstorming sessions for campaign strategies and policy priorities.
• Contribute to the drafting of letters, petitions, and policy submissions aimed at influencing decision makers.
• Engage with young people to ensure their voices are heard and included in policy recommendations and campaign efforts.