Help shape the future of food in Welsh secondary schools

Researchers at Public Health Wales want to hear from young people and parents about food in secondary schools. The project will look at what food is on offer, how it is delivered  and what learners actually eat during the school day. 

The researchers are looking for young people aged 16 to 24 who currently attend, or have recently left, a secondary school in Wales, as well as parents or carers of children aged 11 to 16 in secondary school. Your input will help shape research aimed at improving school food across Wales,  making it healthier, tastier and more accessible for all learners. 

What experience do I need to help? 

•  No previous research experience is needed
• Young people aged 16 to 24 who are currently attending, or have recently left, a secondary school in Wales
• Parents or carers of children aged 11 to 16 who attend a secondary school in Wales
• Willing to share honest views and experiences about school food 

What will I be asked to do? 

• Take part in a short, informal one-to-one or group chat (about 45 minutes)
• Share your experiences of food in secondary schools
• Talk about the types of meals you or your child choose, reasons for opting out and ideas for improvement
• Help shape the research questions and focus areas of the project 

How long will I be needed for? 

• One meeting lasting about 45 minutes
• No preparation needed beforehand
• Total time commitment is less than one hour
• If the project is funded, you may be invited to continue your involvement in later stages 

What are some of the benefits for me? 

• Share your experiences to help improve school food across Wales
• Make sure the voices of young people and parents are included in research and decision making
• Contribute to changes that could make school meals healthier, tastier and more accessible
• Understand how research works and how your views can influence it
• Option to stay involved if the project receives funding 

 What support is offered? 

• Cover reasonable travel expenses and additional carer or childcare costs,
• Offer payment for time of £25.00 per hour (people can request less if they are in receipt of state benefits).   

Have a look at our guidelines for more information about this.  

 If you are receiving any benefits, you can access confidential advice from the Benefits Advice Service for Involvement.   

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