In order of importance by Count Us in Advisory Group

The criteria was identified and developed through the research of the project with over 200 young people in Southend. This was what they would consider important for a business or organisation to need for A Young Person’s Friendly Award. These main themes were then put up for voting by the Advisory Committee.

See below for percentages

• Safety and environment 27%
• Staff 17%
• Access or involvement of young people with disabilities 17%
• Young people on committee or advice panel 4%
• Safety of venue ie where it is situated 7%
• Quality of resources 8.5%
• Evaluation of feedback system 8.5%
• Access by public transport 10%