Greater Manchester Youth Combined Authority

The YCA was created in February 2018. It was the first of its kind in the country. The YCA gives young people in Greater Manchester the opportunity to have their voices heard and influence GMCA policy and decision making. Its work comprises of: Advising the Mayor and GMCA on key issues and concerns of young people, and provide solutions Providing a critical voice and scrutinise the work of the Mayor and GMCA Undertaking specific pieces of work (for example, developing ‘Our Pass’ the free bus travel card for young people, and contributing to Greater Manchester’s annual Green Summits)