Moray Champions Board
The Champions Board is a group of care-experienced young people in Moray who come together to share their views π£οΈ, speak up about what matters to them, and work with adults in power to make real change.
It’s a space for young people who care about youth voice and want to make a difference — whether by shaping services, leading campaigns π£, or supporting others with similar experiences.
The group meets fortnightly to build confidence, plan events, and lead projects that help improve life for care-experienced young people. At its heart, the Champions Board is about connection, influence, and creating a better future π — led by young people, for young people.
The Champions Board is a group of care-experienced young people in Moray who come together to share their views π£οΈ, speak up about what matters to them, and work with adults in power to make real change.
It’s a space for young people who care about youth voice and want to make a difference — whether by shaping services, leading campaigns π£, or supporting others with similar experiences.
The group meets fortnightly to build confidence, plan events, and lead projects that help improve life for care-experienced young people. At its heart, the Champions Board is about connection, influence, and creating a better future π — led by young people, for young people.
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πβ¨ Champions Board Podcast Update
Share πβ¨ Champions Board Podcast Update on Facebook Share πβ¨ Champions Board Podcast Update on Twitter Share πβ¨ Champions Board Podcast Update on Linkedin Email πβ¨ Champions Board Podcast Update linkπ¬ Next recording β 29 Aug for Episode 4 (content still to be decided) π‘
π§ Episode 3 is currently being edited and will be available soon on Spotify or Apple Podcasts β or you can listen right here on this page! ππIf you have any ideas for future episodes please Click Here
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Care Leavers Week Prep
Share Care Leavers Week Prep on Facebook Share Care Leavers Week Prep on Twitter Share Care Leavers Week Prep on Linkedin Email Care Leavers Week Prep linkπ π Planning for Care Leavers Week 2025 has begun!
Weβre looking for achievable ideas that celebrate the achievements of care leavers ππ
The Champions Board are working hard to come up with ways to mark the week π π‘
Got an idea? π¨πΆ DM us or speak to a youth worker β this is YOUR week!Thank you for your contribution!
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π Big News from the Champions Board! π¬π€
Share π Big News from the Champions Board! π¬π€ on Facebook Share π Big News from the Champions Board! π¬π€ on Twitter Share π Big News from the Champions Board! π¬π€ on Linkedin Email π Big News from the Champions Board! π¬π€ linkAfter taking part in an online workshop all about Under 22s Bus Travel, the Champions Board have been invited by the YSHive Team at Young Scot to meet with the Transport Minister! πβ¨
This is an amazing chance for the group to share their views on raising the free bus pass age for care-experienced young people as part of their ongoing campaign π₯π£οΈ
The original meeting date (12th June) has been postponed, but a new date is on the way π β³
Weβll keep you posted when we know more!
This is youth voice in action β and weβre just getting started πͺπ₯
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Residential Houses Outreach
Share Residential Houses Outreach on Facebook Share Residential Houses Outreach on Twitter Share Residential Houses Outreach on Linkedin Email Residential Houses Outreach linkπ’ Weβve reached out to local residential houses π‘ to visit & gather views and stories from care-experienced young people about free bus travel ππ¬
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Campaign Name Announcement
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π THE ROAD DOESNβT END AT 21! π
Weβre fighting for free bus travel to be extended to age 26 for care-experienced young people πͺ
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Extend Free Bus Pass for Care Experienced Young people
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Keep up to date with everything happening in our campaign to extend free bus travel for care-experienced young people up to age 26.
Here youβll find the latest news, updates from the Champions Board, behind-the-scenes progress, and ways you can get involved. Check back often to see how the campaign is moving forward and whatβs coming next!Thank you for your contribution!
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The Road Doesn't End at 21 (Campaign Lifecycle)
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π£ Idea Sparked
Moray Champions Board has finished this stageYoung people have raised an issue they care about.
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π§ Planning & Research
Moray Champions Board is currently at this stageWeβre gathering facts, stories, and looking into policies.
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π£ Listening & Voices
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardWeβre collecting views from care-experienced young people and supporters.
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π Building the Case
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardTurning stories and evidence into a clear campaign ask.
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π€ Reaching Decision-Makers
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardWeβre sharing the campaign with local and national leaders.
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π’ Public Campaign Launch
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardPosters, social media, and events to raise awareness.
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βοΈ Influencing Change
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardEngaging with those who can make it happen.
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β Victory or Review
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardThe change is made β or we adapt and keep going.
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π Reflect & Celebrate We look back, share impact, and thank supporters.
this is an upcoming stage for Moray Champions BoardWe look back, share impact, and thank supporters.
Our Meet -Up Dates
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19 August 2025
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02 September 2025
Dates that matter!
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20 February 2026
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31 October 2025
On Air Days
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29 August 2025
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10 October 2025
Meet the Team
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Phone 07800 678558 Email marc.doherty@moray.gov.uk -
Phone 07967 748909 Email Abby.Wilson@moray.gov.uk -
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Phone 07833434615 Email Thomas.Millican@scotland.pnn.police.uk -
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Phone 07817952461 Email Georgina.Sutherland@moray.gov.uk
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FAQs
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About the Champions Board
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Projects and Campaigns
- π’ Whatβs a campaign?
- π’ Whatβs the Champions Boardβs first campaign about?
- π’ Do you work on more than one campaign at a time?
- π’ Who leads the campaign work?
- π’ How can others get involved or support the campaign?
- π’ What other projects do you run?
- π’ Whatβs Moray Engage and how does it help?
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Events & Visits
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Support and Contact
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Media & Podcasts
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For Professionals
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How we make change happen
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Equipment & Kit Use
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Social Media
- π· Why does the Champions Board use social media?
- π· Where can I follow you?
- π· Can I be on your social media?
- π· I have an idea for a post β can I share it with you?
- π· What if I see something online I donβt like?
- π· Who runs the Champions Board social media?
- π· Will you tag me in photos or posts?
- π· Whatβs the Champions Board Social Media Code?