19/06/2026
Decision makers in York are writing a new mental health action plan for children and young people. They want your honest opinions – what works, what doesn’t, and what needs to change.
This workshop is your chance to speak directly to the people who make the decisions.
When and where?
📅 Date: Wednesday 1st July 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Location: Priory Street Centre, York (full address on confirmation)
Who is this opportunity available to?
Any young person 11+ who wants to have an impact on York mental health’s action plan
Who will be there?
• Ben Hutchinson (York CVS) – your main young person contact
• Chris Klays (CAMHS) – your main young person contact
• System leaders – council decision makers, mental health leads, commissioners
What will happen on the day?
• Small group chats about mental health support in York
• Share your ideas with decision makers
• Vote on priorities and actions
• Tell us what would make the biggest difference
What’s in it for you?
• 💷 Payment for your time
• 🚌 Travel expenses reimbursed (keep your bus/train tickets)
• 🍪 Food and Refreshments (Food, drinks and snacks) – Please email us if you have any dietary requirements
• 📝 Your ideas taken seriously – not just a tick box
• See the leaflet attached on how we will support you on the day.
How to sign up?
We need to keep track of numbers so if you are interested in attending, please sign up via this EventBrite link:
Shape York’s Mental Health Action Plan Tickets, Wednesday 1 July • 4 PM - 7 PM | Eventbrite
Email Ben or Chris at: [email protected] / [email protected] – we’ll reply quickly.
