14-19 Commission - Mission and Role

Mission 
 

The mission for the 14-19 Commission is to provide a forum through which partners can work at the regional level to add value to local delivery of the 14-19 agenda and ensure that it contributes effectively to the economic and social priorities for the region. 

• helping young people 14-19 develop the skills and specialisms to participate in a thriving regional economy in North East England.
• ensuring that every young person aged 14-19 is helped to find learning and work that is right for them, particularly those who have disengaged or are at risk of disengaging.

Remit 

Through the 14-19 Commission partners will: 

• Identify shared goals and profiles to address skills and participation for young people 14-19.
• Add value to local delivery by aligning and linking activities with between 14-19 Partnerships, Regional Economic Strategy and Every Child Matters
• Inform and guide investment both from strategic agencies, partners and other organisations supporting 14-19 in the North East
• Commission regional activity to add value to local delivery and support attainment of shared goals and priorities.
• Share information and intelligence to create a regional overview of local and sectoral needs, including linking labour market information to the strategic vision detailed in the RES
• Establish a North East voice on 14-19 issues at the national level

• Provide a means for dialogue between strategic agencies and partner representatives