"The Youth Action Network is a newly created panel of young people whose primary aim is to represent the voices of young people throughout England. YAN consists of young people who are regularly volunteering having completed either the Cadet Leader Award, BCU Lifeguard, 4 and 5 star awards or any BCU Coaching Award.
"So far YAN have provided feedback on a variety of topics including the BCU website and the Cadet Leader Award. During these early times we have also focused on developing a 'Terms of Reference' for the group and deciding how the group will operate most efficiently.
"YAN aim to raise their profile within the paddling communities, to review resources, advertising and delivery of the Cadet Leader Award and to consider new ways of encouraging, rewarding and developing young volunteers."
Tim Parker, YAN member
Rewards for YAN
Members of the Youth Action Network met Tim Brabants MBE in January as a reward for their hard work and contribution to the group. The group of young volunteers were invited to the English Coach Conference to meet for the first time and were rewarded with the opportunity to meet the Olympic Champion.
Tim meets a group of young volunteers
Have your say!
If you're a young person involved in Paddlesport then the Youth Action Network
wants to hear from you!
If you would like to share you views, have any suggestions
or would like to get in touch with YAN, click here.
Canoe England would like to thank all the members of YAN for their support and feedback.
If you are interested in being part of this group please contact
Canoe England's Volunteer Development Officer.