Oxfordshire Children and Young People’s Plan
Oxfordshire, a great place to grow up and have the opportunity to become everything you want to be.
At different ages, you have different rights and responsibilities, but some rights you have at any age.
Benefits and Earning
Not many young people are entitled to benefits, but there are other ways of earning extra money
Discrimination
The law provides protection against discrimination or harassment. Anti-discrimination policies in your place of learning or workplace provide further protection. Know your rights, and your responsibilities.
Homeless
Being homeless is dangerous, stressful, bad for your health and stops you getting on with your life - know how to avoid it
Job seeking and work safety
Think safety, whether you are at work, doing work experience, or seeking work
Learning at Home
Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home
LGBTQ
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.
Money - Saving, spending and stretching it
Having money is great; now learn how to make the most of what you’ve got
RPA and the September Guarantee
The age young people must stay in education, training and learning until is 18. Do you know your options?
The Justice System
Why do children and young people commit crimes? And what happens if you do?
Voting and Participation
How to vote and why you should, as well as other ways to get involved in local and national politics at all ages
VOXY - Voice of Oxfordshire's Youth
VOXY is a youth-led countywide forum which provides a voice for all young people in Oxfordshire (aged 11 – 18 and up to 25 with additional needs), so they can have their say about the issues that matter the most to them.
Working Legally
There are restrictions on what work young people can do, and also laws to protect your rights
Young Asylum Seekers and Refugees
Information about rights and support for children who have recently come to Oxfordshire from another country, including young refugees and asylum seekers
Your Rights
In Oxfordshire, in the United Kingdom and in most parts of the world everyone has rights which must be respected - by law.
Your Rights at Different Ages
Between ages 10 and 25 your rights and responsibilities change, and you can do different things at different ages
Oxfordshire County Council Consultations
Oxfordshire County Council consults with people who live in the county. That includes children and young people. Find out how to have your say.