Our pledges.

We have identified the following as the priorities for how to make Coventry a child friendly city:

Children and young people in Coventry should always:

  • be & feel safe

  • have opportunities

  • be & feel healthy

  • be & feel valued

  • be & feel loved

We know that what being valued, having opportunities and feeling safe means for children and young people at different ages may look different, and therefore we want to explore these priorities under four age groups: Under 5s, Primary aged, Secondary aged and Post-16.

Be and feel safe

  • Children and young people feel safe when walking and travelling around the city.

  • Children and young people are aware of potential dangers when using the internet and know how, when, and where to report these issues.

  • Children and young people have access to and can enjoy child friendly spaces within the city.

Have opportunities

  • Children and young people are aware of and have access to training, employment, and apprenticeships.

  • Children, young people, and their families are aware of the activities happening.

  • Children and young people have access to spaces and resources to enable them to learn, have fun and be inspired.

    Find out about the variety of activities, events and groups taking place in Coventry on the ‘Have Opportunities’ page on the Coventry Rocks website.

Be and feel healthy

  • Children and young people know how to access mental health and well-being support and services.

  • People in Coventry have the means and the knowledge to take care of their physical health.

  • Everyone contributes towards making Coventry a more environmentally friendly city and reducing the impact of climate change.

    Find out about the variety of outdoor spaces, parks and walks, and active groups in Coventry on the ‘Be & Feel Healthy’ page on the Coventry Rocks website.

Be and feel valued

  • Children and young people have opportunities to share their views, feel like their voices are heard, and participate in decisions that impact them.

  • Children and young people have all basic rights met to prevent poverty, discrimination, and injustice.

  • When decisions are made which impact children and young people, organisations will ensure that these decisions are clearly explained and made accessible to read/watch.

Be and feel loved

  • Ensure every child is surrounded by love and nurturing environments, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

  • Establish Coventry as an inclusive and accepting city for everyone, including children and young people from all countries, faiths, and those with disabilities

  • Encourage children to discover and learn about Coventry’s history, landmarks, and cultural heritage.