People
Viv McKee
Summary of professional role
The National Youth Agency (NYA) is the national expert on the policy and practice of work with young people.
Some current actiivities include:
- Policy and research
- Workforce development
- The participation of young people in decision-making
- Health
- Learning and achievement
- Heritage, culture and the arts
- Young people, justice and cohesion
We work closely with central and local government and the third sector to secure the implementation of Aiming High. Current priorities in this respect are the development of NI110, guns and gangs, positive activities and devolved budgets
Why I am involved in the Training Observatory
As Director of Policy and Research, I was invited to become involved, linked to my general youth policy remit.
Area of expertise/interest
I am interested to secure the best possible offer to young people so they have improved life chances. I am concerned that all young people have good opportunities and recognise the specific needs and circumstances of vulnerable young people as requiring targeted support. The arts can make a great contribution in this respect.
Contact:
National Youth Agency (NYA)
NYA Switchboard: 0116 242 7350
E-mail: nya@nya.org.uk
Viv Mckee: vivm@nya.org.uk
http://www.nya.org.uk/information/100345/aboutnya/