<The Children's Panel: building a brighter future for seriously ill children
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What is The Children’s Panel?
The Children’s Panel is a group of wish children which helps Rays of Sunshine to put children’s voices at the heart of everything we do.
Members will help Rays of Sunshine to sprinkle even more magic on our wishes and services by sharing your unique experiences and opinions.
They will be invited to attend online sessions twice a year in October and April, and other sessions when needed, to share their important voice. Each session will involve different fun activities, break out rooms, and discussions designed to make children feel comfortable and empowered to speak their minds.
Who can apply for The Children’s Panel?
The Children’s Panel is made up of children and young people between the ages of 8 and 17, living with a serious illness, and who have used Rays of Sunshine’s services within the past five years. This could be:
- Having a wish granted
- Attending our Sunshine Sessions
- Attended a Wish Community event
- Being a member of the Rays of Sunshine Choir
- Or accessing our Sunshine in Hospitals Programme
What can Children’s Panel members expect?
We looked for children and young people with confidence, or looking to to grow their confidence by being a part of this programme.
They represent the communities we work with and can commit to attending the meetings as their are planned.
Applications are ongoing, so please feel free to fill out our form and make your interest known. After we’ve received your info, you’ll be invited to the next planned meeting.
How does The Children’s Panel help its members?
We work with panel members to help build confidence, nurture potential and make even stronger connections within our wish community.
The panel will create friendships, reduce isolation and empower children and young people to believe in themselves and their abilities.
Help build a brighter future for seriously ill children today by joining our Children’s Panel.
