Young Voices, Lasting Impact: AOA YPAG Continues to Shape Mental Health Research 

We are proud to launch the fifth issue of our ARC Outreach Alliance (AOA) newsletter, with a spotlight on the inspiring work of our Young People’s Advisory Group (YPAG).

Children and young people (CYP) remain at the heart of our research. Our AOA YPAG continues its trailblazing journey, driving change, shaping mental health research and influencing policy across Northwest London.

In this issue, you’ll find:

• A summary of our Mental Health Priorities Engagement Project results report, co-produced and written by YPAG members

• Highlights from our community engagement work with CYP PPIE (Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement) partners.

• Creative writing contributions and a showcase of NIHR ‘Be Part of Research’ campaign videos created by YPAG members

• A special feature on NWL ICS’s partnership with YPAG, and how their voices are helping to shape the region’s 5-year children and young people’s mental health strategy

We invite you to explore how young people in Northwest London are leading the way in reimagining mental health research and practice.