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This page will help you and your caregiver to understand how to apply to take part, what taking part might look like, what you might be asked during your online interview. There are additional resources to help you to set-up for your interview, including guides for downloading Microsoft Teams.
There is always the option to request a chat, or ask questions by e-mailing Mel using the button at the bottom of each page.
voiceover Young persons guide 13-15.mp4Why a separate under 16's space?
There are two different age groups (under 16s and 16-25). The key difference between being under 16 Vs being over 16 is that anyone under the age of 16 needs the permission of their caregiver to take part in most research studies. This means that your caregiver (any person who has legal responsibilities for your care) will need to allow you to take part, and to discuss some choices with you. The following section will explain the steps to taking part and explain some different choices that your caregiver can make when filling out the permission form.
What does caregiver mean?
A caregiver is any person who has a legal responsibility to care for you. This could be...
A biological parent
A step parent
A biological parent
A legal guardian
A special guardian
How to take part voiceover.mp4How to take part
There is a flowchart below which goes into more detail / gives you a visual of the two pathways to take part.
Here is a brief overview:
You're aware of the study and want to take part
Your caregiver fills out a consent form
(3 and 4: choices your caregiver can make to share your details)
Your caregiver decides to share your name or e-mail address (the researcher will be in touch with you to arrange an interview)
Your caregiver decides not to share your name and e-mail address (the researcher will arrange the interview with your caregiver and their contact details).
An interview time will be arranged at a time that best suits you and your caregiver. Weekday, evening and weekend slots are available.
You will be interviewed. Interviews take place online using Microsoft Teams. It is up to you to decide if you want your caregiver to be with you for the entire interview. They will need to be with you for the briefing part of the interview, where we go through some important details, and check that everyone feels comfortable to go ahead.
The interview will not go ahead if you and your caregiver are uncomfortable, unsure or in a disagreement about taking part (you'll have the opportunity to re-arrange, if you want to).
After your interview your caregiver / you and your caregiver (depending on shared contact details) will receive a self-care flyer and a link to your e-gift card. You may need help from a trusted adult to redeem your gift card.
Please note: there are extra items in the resources page to help you to feel comfortable during your interview and guides to installing Microsoft Teams.
interview guide YP read aloud.mp4Topic Guide
I hope the topic guide will give you a clearer idea of what to expect and help you feel more comfortable. That being said, the beauty of interviews is that you never know what direction they can take, as each person has their unique experiences and ideas.
Think of it this way, we are climbing a mountain, and you are leading us across the terrain. I follow, taking notes, asking questions, and we work together until we have reached the endpoint - no two routes are the same.
All of the following topics are optional, and your thoughts and experiences are not limited to the topic guide.
I am interested in:
Your experiences of being told or finding out about your parent going through the criminal justice system
Telling / not telling other people about your family's situation
Your thoughts on children and families need in the lead-up to a parent's court date
Your ideas on what, if any, changes need to be made to support families before a parent is sentenced
Your thoughts on children having a voice in the adult criminal justice system before a parent is sentenced
These topics are broad and designed to leave a lot of room for your own voice; there are no right or wrong answers, only your answers.
You should never feel pressured or like you have to share. Please only tell me what feels comfortable for you to talk about.
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