Maggie Atkinson is the Children's Commissioner for England. The
Commissioner and her team make sure that adults in charge listen to
children and young people.
The role of the Children's Commissioner was created by the Children Act 2004
and is there to promote the views of children and young people from
birth to 18 (up to 21 for young people in care or with learning
difficulties).
Our vision
Children and young people will be actively involved in shaping all
decisions that affect their lives, are supported to achieve their full
potential through the provision of appropriate services, and will live
in homes and communities where their rights are respected and they are
loved, safe and enjoy life.
Our mission
We will use our powers and independence to ensure that the views of
children and young people are routinely asked for, listened to and that
outcomes for children improve over time. We will do this in partnership
with others, by bringing children and young people into the heart of
the decision-making process to increase understanding of their best
interests.
How can young people have their say?
Children and young people can have their say by answering questions, creating shapes in Shape It!
and uploading content such as videos, PowerPoint presentations and
photographs. We use their views to shape our policies and influence
decision-makers.