Youth Voice,
Research & Learning
Listening, learning and using youth voice to shape safer futures.
This page brings together our research, surveys, campaigns, case studies, webinars and learning resources. Through collaboration and lived experience we aim to better understand the challenges young people face and drive meaningful change.
Why Youth Voice Matters
Children and young people are experts in their own experiences. By listening to their views on exploitation, violence, safeguarding and the support they receive, we can improve services, inform safeguarding practice and influence positive change.
617
young people took part in our school survey
10-19
years old
All Areas Of
Derby are represented
Current Research & Partnerships
We are working closely with a researcher from the University Of York on a study which centres the voices and perspectives of young people in CSE interventions.
Findings from the study will be produced over 2026 and 2027 and will be posted here.
Keep an eye out, or sign up to our newsletter for more updates on the University Of York study.
Featured Projects & Research
Victim Blaming Language - A Youth-Led Project
Young people explored how victim blaming language affects them and the impact it can have on confidence, wellbeing and help-seeking. This project challenges us all to think differently about the words we use.
Youth Violence Survey - Derby & Derbyshire
We surveyed young people, parents and schools about serious youth violence in Derby. The findings highlight key concerns, experiences and ideas to help reduce harm and create safer communities
What Our Youth Violence Survey Told Us:
The Top Concerns
Fighting (78)
Robberies/ Theft (24)
Knife Crime (22)
Abuse/ Bullying (20)
37%
Have personally experienced or witnessed a crime.
50%
Are aware of the violence going on in their local area.
Top Ideas To Reduce Crime
More police presence
Cameras/ CCTV
Better youth activities
Street lighting
Learning For Parents & Professionals
We provide webinars, workshops and resources to help parents, carers and professionals better understand and support young people.
Parent Webinars
Practical advice given on exploitation, online safety, relationships and more.
Professional Learning
Training and resources to strengthen your safeguarding knowledge and practice.
Helpful Resources
Available guides, toolkits and many more materials to support children and young people.
Shaping Safer Futures, Together.
We believe meaningful change happens when young people are listened to, communities work together and learning continues to evolve.
Safe and Sound Gains National Recognition
Derbyshire’s specialist child exploitation charity, Safe and Sound, has become the first in the UK to be officially recognised as a Youth Rights Champion by a national organisation. The Association for Young People’s Health (AYPH) works to ensure that all young people...
Youth Voices Ask For Change: Safe and Sound Group Hosts Powerful ‘Protest’ Event To Challenge Service Gaps
Safe and Sound, Derbyshire's specialist child exploitation charity, marked a crucial moment for young victim advocacy earlier this month as its Victim Support Group hosted a unique, youth-led feedback event at their Osmaston Community Hub. The event, which saw young...