25 March 2025
National & International News | Reports
National Youth Agency (NYA) highlights a critical shortage of trained youth workers
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
25 March 2025
National & International News
Government ends placement of girls in Young Offenders Institutions
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
24 March 2025
Regional News
WY Police and Crime Plan
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
21 March 2025
National & International News
Young People to Benefit from Creative Education Boost
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
21 March 2025
National & International News
Key Changes to Benefits in Welfare Shake-Up
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
21 March 2025
National & International News | Resources
Misogyny and knife crime are affecting schools around the country so let’s talk about it
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
21 March 2025
National & International News
Netflix Drama Shines Light on ‘Growing Problem’
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
18 March 2025
Funding | National & International News
BBC Children in Need to Pause Grant Applications for Four Months from 15 April
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
Regional News | Resources | Resources for Young People | YWU News
WY YC – create quick guide to exam stress resources
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
Regional News
ChooseYouthWork hosted celebration of Youth Work in Leeds
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
Regional News
ChooseYouthWork launch 2nd competition
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
National & International News
Government digital inclusion action plan
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
National & International News
Tesco to Trial Giving Away Expiring Food to Shoppers
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
Funding | National & International News
£2m Boost to Help Young People Earn or Learn Across England
Youth Futures Foundation has announced new targeted support for marginalised young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) or a ...
17 March 2025
National & International News
‘Worrying’ Number of Teens Lose Disability Benefits
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
National & International News
Care-Experience Duty to Expand Across Public Sector
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 March 2025
National & International News
Kids ‘So Addicted They are Taking Vapes to Bed’ say Medics at UK-First Vape Clinic
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 March 2025
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
NCS Trust and partners 2CV webinar launching the findings of new research into social cohesion and youth provision
NCS Trust and our research partners 2CV invite you to a webinar on Thursday 27th March to launch the findings of new research into social cohesion and ...
11 March 2025
YWU News
RIN – roundtable young person’s involvement in impact story telling
Last chance to book your place to join us - Online roundtable discussion, sharing our own and hearing others experiences for engaging young people in ...
11 March 2025
YWU News
Train the Trainer 2 new events available to book now
Our Train the Trainer An Introduction to Working in Youth Work Settings is finally back with two dates for this interactive and complete one day cours ...
11 March 2025
Funding | National & International News
JLR launches charitable foundation to empower youth to reach their full potential
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 March 2025
Funding | National & International News
European Drug and Addiction Prevention Prize Launches for 2025
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 March 2025
Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
Workers opportunity to input into the National Youth Strategy
As you are aware the Government has launched a national consultation on the Youth Strategy – for young people NYS - Deliver You - iwill It is however, ...
9 March 2025
National & International News
Young People Support Stricter Rules on Social Media
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
9 March 2025
National & International News
Free School Meal System Failing Poorest Children
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
5 March 2025
National & International News
Government partners with young people to help develop new national youth strategy
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
5 March 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers
National Youth Strategy consultation
We’re taking orders—your future is on the menu! Help shape the National Youth Strategy now. #WhatsYourOrder The Government is creating a new ten-year ...
4 March 2025
National & International News
Minister shares economic benefits of youth work
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
YWU News
15th March – Celebrating Youth Work
As we start Bursary round 6 support Youth Work Practice Training, it felt appropriate to celebrate the last 5 years of bursary support to the youth se ...
3 March 2025
Regional News
Website aims to help young people eat healthier
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
Regional News
More than 100 children caught taking knives into South Yorkshire schools in last three years
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News
Young people urged to ‘Think Fraud’ over rent offers
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News
Gen Z – 56% of Young People Think That Answering a Call Is a Sign of Bad News
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News
ChessCafe: The venue bringing young people together
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News
Work scheme for young people at risk of violence to expand
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News
Calls to tackle ‘shocking’ racial disproportionality in youth justice
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 March 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Resources
NYA – The National Youth Sector Census – deadline 31st March
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
28 February 2025
National & International News | Regional News
Young People debate in the House of Commons
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
The Power of Potential: Supporting the future of NEET young people
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
26 February 2025
Regional News | Resources
Youth Aspire Connect – see me too – racism & mental health film
My pockets, worked with young people for Youth Aspire Connect in Hull to create this animation based on their real life experiences of racism and rac ...
25 February 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Majority of Teachers Feel Curriculum Not Equipped for Voting At 16,
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
25 February 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Scouts has launched an initiative to champion volunteer recognition in the workplace
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
24 February 2025
YWU News
Choose Youth Work celebrates youth work training learners
This is an open invitation to join YWU and #CYW as we celebrate youth work and your achievements. If you have completed a level 2 or 3 qualification i ...
24 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
Huddersfield MP Harpreet Uppal wants more support for young people
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
23 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
Findings from the West Yorkshire Digital Emotional Wellbeing Support Service Survey
The survey was aimed at children and young people who live in Kirklees, Calderdale, Leeds, Wakefield and Bradford and Craven who have used a digital p ...
23 February 2025
National & International News
Half of councils warn of insolvency over special needs spending
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
23 February 2025
National & International News
New Government measures to combat knife crime
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
23 February 2025
National & International News
The Guardian View on The Care Experience: Looked-After Children and Care Leavers Must Be Heard
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
23 February 2025
National & International News
E-Scooters Blamed for Big Jump in Children Caught in UK Driving Without Insurance
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
23 February 2025
National & International News
Government Launches New Vaping Study and Campaign to Warn Teens of The Dangers
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
Young People In Yorkshire And Humber Left In The Dark Over Career Choices, Survey Find
Nearly nine in ten (88%) young people in Yorkshire and Humber insist there is not enough information given to them about apprenticeships when consider ...
17 February 2025
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
reminder for youth work providers to be part of the WY Power of Communities work
sign up to the newsletters for your local VCSE infrastructure organisation or find out more about them by visiting the websites below: Bradford Distri ...
16 February 2025
Regional News
Young People in North Sheffield celebrate their new look youth hub following a £1.4M Youth Investment Fund renovation
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
16 February 2025
National & International News
Housing Crisis Impacts Young People’s ‘Sense of Belonging’, Violence Reduction Chief Warns
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
16 February 2025
National & International News
‘Staggering’ Rise in Youth Homelessness Reported
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
16 February 2025
National & International News
The Children’s Society and Chicken Cottage Creating Safer Spaces for Young People
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
16 February 2025
National & International News
Historic Youth Work Training College to Close
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 February 2025
Regional News
Rap night staged for young people’s mental health
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
11 February 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
Bradford 2025 Youth Pass
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
11 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
Government boosts skills and employment with changes to apprenticeships
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 February 2025
National & International News | Reports | Resources
Teachers need urgent support to tackle conspiracy theories in the classroom
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
Study highlights importance of sleep for mental wellbeing of teenage girls
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
11 February 2025
Regional News
Alliance Boxing Club: A safe haven for Leeds’ youth finds new home in Harehills after intense two-year search
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
9 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
Why English Transport Devolution Must Go ‘Further and Faster’ for Future Growth
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
9 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
Penny Fall Machine – Spoken Word
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
9 February 2025
Regional News
Project to create new ‘insect superhighways’
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
9 February 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Community Panel YPIP
Yorkshire Policy Innovation Partnership are forming a community panel to gather feedback from residents to help shape local and regional policy. *Opin ...
9 February 2025
National & International News
Croydon fears over council decision to cut youth services
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
9 February 2025
National & International News
Banning Phones in Schools Does Not Improve Grades or Mental Health, New Study Finds
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
9 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
Campaigners Warn Over £1trillon Cost of Children’s Mental Health Crisis
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 February 2025
National & International News
Knife crime campaign launched by ambulance service
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 February 2025
National & International News
Knife Crime: Tackling the crisis
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
5 February 2025
YWU News
Celebrating all that is youth work
Celebrating all things youth work has to offer #ChooseYouthWork are hosting a celebration event on Saturday 15th March 1.30pm – 3pm Holy Trinity Churc ...
3 February 2025
Regional News
Bradford City Football Club Community Foundation launch an interactive positive activities map
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People
APPG on Political and Media Literacy Launches in Parliament
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Reports
Paving the Way for Votes at 16: Youth Campaign Meets Government Leaders
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
Regional News | Reports
UK Arts, culture and young people Innovative practice and trends
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
‘This is The North’ Convention 2025
The People’s Powerhouse Convention is back, and we need YOU! This year, we are taking the event to new heights, bringing together change makers, innov ...
2 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
Children Raped and Abused in Hotels, Police Data Suggests
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
National & International News | Reports
Economic Growth Alone Will Not Reduce Child Poverty, Report Warns
Youth clubs are community-based after-school programmes, typically offered free of charge to teenagers in underprivileged neighbourhoods. I provide the first causal estimates of their effects on education and crime
2 February 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Update on the National Youth Strategy
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
28 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
Youth organisations have welcomed the appointment of a sector expert to lead the National Youth Strategy.
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
28 January 2025
YWU News
Authoring Our Own Stories event of the year
Our AOOS young leaders delivered last Saturday the 25th their own dissemination event at the National Coal Mining Museum for England! A unique event w ...
28 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
Young people joined last summer’s riots in ‘thrill of the moment’, says Children’s Commissioner
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
YWU News
All Things West Yorkshire
On Saturday 18th January 70 young people gathered for the All Things West Yorkshire Day hosted by the West Yorkshire Youth Collective – the WY ICB you ...
27 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
Charity Sector Bodies Urge Government to Prioritise Multi-Year Funding
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
Schools ‘Need More Help’ to Tackle Rising Number of Sexual Assaults by Pupils
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
Unpaid Internship Access ‘Unfair’ to Working Class, Students Say
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
National & International News | Reports
‘Significant’ rise in children being admitted to acute hospital wards for mental health issues, says study
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
WY Climate and Environment Plan Survey
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 January 2025
Regional News
Library tunes up to create city’s dynamic new music facility
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 January 2025
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority announced as Headline Partner for Green Finance UK Conference 2025
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
20 January 2025
Regional News
Summer Jobs Programme Delivery Partners
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
20 January 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
DCMS Research Survey
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
20 January 2025
YWU News
Is the Youth Sector on a Cliff Edge?
Building a picture of the youth work sector in Yorkshire and The Humber is an ongoing task for us here at the YWU it helps us to form our local and re ...
14 January 2025
YWU News
Introducing the Youth Work Evidence Alliance
Introducing The Youth Work Evidence Alliance who brings together leading voices and practices in shared measurement to evidence the impact of quality ...
13 January 2025
Regional News
Young people’s free bus travel scheme extended
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
DIY project ‘opens doors’ for young people
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
Boxing project’s ‘positive impact’ on young people
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
Young people encouraged to visit city’s museums
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
National & International News
Branislav Nenin/Shutterstock Why resilience won’t solve the mental health crisis among young people
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
National & International News
More people in late 20s still living with parents
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
National & International News
One in four young people say they left school without ANY financial education
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
National & International News
Revealed: The heartbreaking reason why young people contacted Childline last year
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
HMYOI wetherby young offenders institute HMYOI Wetherby Inconsistency impacting the care of young people at Wetherby YOI
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
Inspirational teen Hamza Sohaib wants to give more young people a voice
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
13 January 2025
Regional News
Bradford kicks off 2025 City of Culture year
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News
Child mental health crisis: Better resilience is the solution, say experts
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News
Send is the ‘biggest issue’ for schools – Ofsted
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News
Children ‘Dropped Down the Agenda’ During Pandemic
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News
Starmer ‘Greatly Encouraged’ By Responses to Civil Society Covenant Consultation
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News
Children’s Bill to Keep Children Safe from Exploitation
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Consultation on a proposed new qualification framework
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 January 2025
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Bursary funding for youth work training
Together with the Regional Youth Work Units we have been selected by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport since 2019 to offer and distribute a n ...
7 January 2025
YWU News
We are recruiting Trustees
Here at the YWU as a Charity (CIO) we have a Board of Trustees, they work closely and collaboratively with our leadership team. Bringing their knowled ...
6 January 2025
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News | YWU News
South Yorkshire Youth Combined Assembly – nature recovery
Young People living in South Yorkshire have the opportunity to contribute to the SYMCA nature recovery plan. The SY YCA is meeting on 14th January on ...
6 January 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Choose Youth Work – you can now show your support
In response to the many requests to support and promote the campaign. You are now able to order your own hoodies, coats, hats, mugs, bottle .... ...
6 January 2025
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News | YWU News
All Things West Yorkshire’: Regional Youth Voice Day, Sat 18th Jan 2025
There is less then 2 weeks till All Things West Yorkshire Youth Event On Saturday 18th Jan 2025, the West Yorkshire Youth Collective are hosting a r ...
5 January 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Introduction to Working in a Youth Work Setting – free training
...
5 January 2025
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
UK Youth announces they will be expanding the Summer Jobs programme for 2025.
by extending the areas and the numbers of spaces available to young people. The programme offers young people, aged 16-20 at risk of violence, six-wee ...
5 January 2025
National & International News
New priorities for Ofcom and launch of study into effects of social media on children
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
5 January 2025
National & International News
New Respect Orders will see repeat perpetrators of anti-social behaviour subject to tough restrictions on their behaviour
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
4 January 2025
National & International News
Important news for volunteers registered with the DBS Update Service
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
4 January 2025
National & International News
A surge in mental health-related absences among Britain’s youngest workers has underscored the urgent need for employers to rethink their approach to employee wellbeing.
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
4 January 2025
National & International News
ECPAT – UK Government Urged to Act on Trafficked Children’s Rights Amid Systemic Failures
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 January 2025
National & International News
UK Retailers Accused of Recruiting Young Shop Workers Without Rights Over Christmas
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
3 January 2025
National & International News
Councils to Gain New Powers to Monitor Children Not in School
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
18 December 2024
YWU News
Introducing the Youth Work Evidence Alliance
Introducing The Youth Work Evidence Alliance who brings together leading voices and practices in shared measurement to evidence the impact of quality ...
18 December 2024
Regional News | Resources
What the Friday Youth Podcast – Episode 12 Creative Careers
This week’s episode can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/3c31001 Apple: http://tiny.cc/5c31001 YouTube: https://www.y ...
17 December 2024
National & International News
Major Overhaul of Local Government: Potential Abolition of District Councils and Introduction of More Elected Mayors
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
17 December 2024
National & International News
Landmark Children’s Bill to Protect Vulnerable Children Introduced in Parliament
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
15 December 2024
National & International News
Lisa Nandy Has Unveiled Plans for a “Place-Based Philanthropy Strategy
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
15 December 2024
National & International News
National Insurance Hike Could Penalise Young Vulnerable People as Homelessness Services Face Major Cuts
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
15 December 2024
National & International News
Care-Experienced Group Launches in Parliament
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
12 December 2024
Regional News
Bradford young people campaign for transport to school
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
12 December 2024
National & International News
Parenting help for dads aims to cut youth violence
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
12 December 2024
National & International News
Puberty blockers for under-18s banned indefinitely
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
12 December 2024
National & International News
Two million young people have self-diagnosed mental health problems
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
12 December 2024
National & International News
Petrol, showering, or food? The brutal choices forced on young people in cost of living crisis
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
10 December 2024
National & International News
Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee – 10th Dec 2024
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
9 December 2024
YWU News
RIN and Youth Work Evidence Alliance – need your help
Here at the YWU we facilitate the region's impact network for our January meeting we will be hosting a roundtable with the Youth Work Evidence Allianc ...
9 December 2024
Regional News | Resources
What the Friday Youth Podcast – Episode 11 CHOOSE WELL: Looking after your physical and mental health this winter.
This week’s episode can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/jlhzzz Apple: http://tiny.cc/flh ...
8 December 2024
National & International News | Reports
Half of employers believe young people are not ‘job ready’, CIPD research finds
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
8 December 2024
National & International News
M&S to support a further 2,000 young people into work with The King’s Trust
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
8 December 2024
Regional News
Freedom Pass helps young people leaving care access education and employment
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
8 December 2024
National & International News
Why are young people anxious and how can we help?
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
8 December 2024
Regional News
Over a million people in Yorkshire and the Humber in housing poverty
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
8 December 2024
Regional News | Resources
People in need across Yorkshire and the Humber can get free mobile data from O2 stores to stay connected this Christmas and beyond
Virgin Media O2 is opening five new National Databank Hubs in O2 stores across Yorkshire and the Humber region to help people experiencing poverty get ...
7 December 2024
National & International News | Resources
New Youth Voice Observatory
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 December 2024
National & International News
TikTok plans to ban under 18s from using some filters
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 December 2024
National & International News
75% of Young People ‘Fear Money Worries Will Mean Anxious Family Christmas’
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 December 2024
National & International News
Campaign to End Youth Homelessness Gains MP Traction in Parliament
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 December 2024
National & International News
Youth Services ‘Under Threat’ Without Government Funding
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
7 December 2024
YWU News
Authoring Our Own Stories – Our Virtual Roundtable Event
On Wednesday 4 December Young Leaders from Partnership for Young London, Youth Focus North West, Yorks & Humber Youth Work Unit and Youth Focus So ...
7 December 2024
National & International News
Government Injects £740 Million to Support SEND Pupils in Mainstream Schools
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
4 December 2024
National & International News | Reports
Half of teens in relationships suffer violence or controlling behaviour, reveals new report
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
2 December 2024
Regional News | Resources
What The Friday Youth Podcast – Episode 9 Episode 9 INTO WORK SPECIAL PT2
This week is the second part of our into work special. It can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/ownwzz Apple: h ...
2 December 2024
Regional News | Resources
What The Friday Youth Podcast – Episode 10 WHY ALL YOUNG PEOPLE SHOULD BE VACCINATED AGAINST HPV & HOW VOLUNTEERING SAVED JAMES’ LIFE
This week’s episode can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/yryxzz Apple: http://tiny.cc/vryxzz YouTube: https:// ...
1 December 2024
National & International News
Inside Housing – Developers Should Use Their Homes to Prevent Youth Homelessness, Paul Moorish Chief Executive of LandAid
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
1 December 2024
National & International News
UK media twice as likely to portray young people negatively than positively, report finds
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
1 December 2024
National & International News
We’ve seen a surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
1 December 2024
YWU News
YWU Regional Conference & AGM
On Friday 29th November the Youth Work Unit Yorkshire and the Humber CIO, hosted its annual conference and AGM. Supported by our colleagues from acro ...
28 November 2024
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
the WY ICB have a survey – digital emotional wellbeing support service around children and young people.
Please note that the target audience includes Craven. Survey to help us understand what children and young people would like from a digital emotiona ...
28 November 2024
National & International News
Watchdog calls for end to ‘adultification’ of black children by police in England and Wales
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 November 2024
National & International News
UK Youth has welcomed the Government’s plans to deliver a new youth guarantee
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
27 November 2024
National & International News
UK Youth and corporate partner Burger King have teamed up with charity Pennies
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
26 November 2024
National & International News
How a deleted LinkedIn post was weaponised and seen by millions before the Southport riot
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
26 November 2024
National & International News | Regional News
Biggest employment reforms in a generation unveiled to Get Britain Working again
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
25 November 2024
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
residential opportunity
Lindley Educational Trust have an exciting opportunity coming up this winter (subject to funding approval which we are confident in obtaining), which ...
25 November 2024
National & International News
NSPCC Learning – Why Language Matters, Children with Disabilities
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
25 November 2024
National & International News
Shadow Curriculum Review Launches to Ensure Young People’s Voices are Heard
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
BD2025 City of Culture Youth Pass
young people have access to the new BD25 Youth Pass It is available for anyone aged 16-25 living in Bradford District and can be applied for online. ...
22 November 2024
National & International News
Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
Primary school pupil suspensions in England double in a decade
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
Young adults leaving care system ‘face challenges’
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News
Government considering subsidised jobs to get young people into work – as shocking figure reveals scale of crisis
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Regional News | Reports
Knife crime ‘blighting the lives of too many children’ in England, warn inspectors
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News
Good work: What young people really want from labour reforms
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News
Police initiative to educate young people about gun and knife crime
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News
Protecting young people from the emerging threat of online sextortion
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
‘Almost 23,000 young people’ in England could face homelessness this Christmas
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
New Research Looks at Political Understanding of Young People in Wales
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News
Shadow curriculum review launches to ensure young people’s voices are heard
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
22 November 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Our NHS is broken, but not beaten. Together we can fix it.
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
21 November 2024
National & International News
Funding for charity helping young people find work
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
19 November 2024
Regional News
#chooseyouthwork launch competition
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19 November 2024
Regional News
WYCA – Co-designing community resilience to online child sexual exploitation and abuse victimisation
This project will address online child sexual exploitation and abuse (OSCEA) which is a significant challenge, as well as supporting how the police an ...
19 November 2024
Regional News
Doncaster Youth Council launch EDit campaign
Doncaster Youth Council will be launching their EDit campaign on 4th December. Hear directly from young people and take part in our interactive worksh ...
16 November 2024
YWU News
NRYWU response to announcement of a National Youth Strategy
The Network of Regional Youth Work Units - including the YWU Y&H welcomes the announcement of a National Youth Strategy by Lisa Nandy, and the rec ...
16 November 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
West Yorkshire Health Watch Voice Steering Group!
Health Watch want to hear from anyone over 18 who is keen to be involved in checking and challenging our work, to make sure we do the best job we can ...
16 November 2024
National & International News
New National Youth Strategy
Plans for a new National Youth Strategy designed to put the views of young people at the centre of decision-making on policies that affect them has be ...
16 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
Most UK TV Ads for Sweets and Snacks Shown Before Children’s Viewing Watershed
Most TV adverts for sweets, crisps and chocolate shown when children are likely to be watching are placed by firms who claim not to promote their prod ...
13 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
‘Damning’: London youth club closures led to increase in crime, report suggests
Sometimes, the results of public policy interventions are uncertain. But a working paper published this week by the Institute for Fiscal Studies on ho ...
13 November 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
National Parks
Everyone should have the confidence, knowledge and opportunity to visit and care for National Parks and we have a new, exciting project to connect eth ...
12 November 2024
National & International News
Government announces new Youth Strategy
Today the Secretary of State for DCMS has confirmed several updates relating to the youth sector including launching the first phase of the new Youth ...
11 November 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
What is West Yorkshire Mayor’s Question Time?
West Yorkshire Mayor’s Question Time is an opportunity to meet the Mayor, Tracy Brabin and ask her a question about local issues that affect your comm ...
11 November 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
Train the Trainer, An Intro To Working in Youth Work Settings
YWU brings you their Train the Trainer - An Introduction to Working in Youth Work Settings course Wednesday 11th December 9.45 - 4pm Bentley My Place, ...
11 November 2024
YWU News
Annual Conference – Beyond The Pool Table
Be quick and grab yourself one of the last few places at our annual conference - book your place here AGM Agenda 2024 YWU Y&H Annual Report 23-2 ...
11 November 2024
National & International News
LGA calls for Council Tax and Health Costs Exemptions for Care Leavers
The Local Government Association has called for council tax and health costs exemptions for care leavers. They said this is because they are more “mor ...
11 November 2024
National & International News
Smoking to be Banned Outside Schools and Hospitals in England
The government has announced plans to make it illegal to smoke outside schools and in children's playgrounds in England. They also want to ban smoking ...
11 November 2024
Regional News | Resources
What The Friday Youth Podcast – Episode 7 is an LGBTQ+ Takeover
Episode 7 is an LGBTQ+ Takeover - as four young people share their lived experience of what it is like to discover you are gay, coming out, mental hea ...
11 November 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
The Sustainability Community – events
The Sustainability Community is now made up of 11,000 sustainability leaders, all driving forward positive change. They are curating events and news t ...
7 November 2024
National & International News
We’re continuing our work on children’s privacy
ICO Our new research has shown that children see sharing their personal information as necessary to keep in touch with their friends and to avoid bein ...
2 November 2024
Regional News
Mayors warn of transport challenges hindering growth
Mayors across the North of England have come together to warn the government of the decline of rail service standards from operator Northern. ...
2 November 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Young People
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry recently launched Module 8, focused on the pandemic’s impact on children and young people.
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry recently launched Module 8, focused on the pandemic’s impact on children and young people. At UK Youth, we believe every young ...
2 November 2024
National & International News
Primark commits to support young people
UK Youth are delighted to announce a new partnership with Primark, with the retailer pledging £175,000 to support youth organisations across the count ...
2 November 2024
National & International News
Department for Work and Pensions, Department for Education – Child Poverty Taskforce
The Government has published a policy paper laying out a framework for the development of a UK-wide child poverty strategy. Key areas of the strategy ...
1 November 2024
National & International News
Birmingham Youth Worker Says, ‘I’m Worried’ As Shattering Cuts to City’s Youth Service Unveiled
Malachi Nunes runs Ambitious Lives, a youth mentoring programme supporting ‘at risk’ young people in the city. He fears grassroots organisations will ...
1 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
Snapchat Most-Used App for Grooming, Says NSPCC
The messaging app Snapchat is the most widely used platform for online grooming, according to police figures supplied to the children's charity the NS ...
1 November 2024
National & International News | Reports
NCLW: Young Adult Care Leavers Face ‘Appalling’ Higher Risk of Being Homeless, Charity Says
Young adult care leavers are nine times more likely to become homeless than their peers, the charity Become is warning. In a report published this wee ...
1 November 2024
Regional News | Resources
Knives Claim Lives Video
Cleckheaton based company Sam Teale Productions have produced a hard-hitting 5 minute film about the potential consequence of carrying a knife. ...
1 November 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Apprenticeship Employer and Stakeholder Event
Leeds Beckett University are hosting their Apprenticeship Employer and Stakeholder Event on Tuesday 14th January 2025 from 9.30 am – 1.30 pm at the K ...
1 November 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Youth Work Week 4th – 8th November
The National Youth Agency has various free events taking place next week to celebrate Youth Work Week. Leeds Beckett University (the only Uni in West ...
1 November 2024
National & International News
The autumn budget and implications for the VCSE sector
Budget 2024 Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered Labour’s first Budget since 2010, after the party’s return to power in July’s general election. She ...
1 November 2024
Regional News
Youth Work in the news – Sheffield
in case you missed it, see this news report on BBC Look North, showing amazing mobile provision ...
30 October 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Call for involvement: grassroots sharing, repairing and reuse projects | Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission
The Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission, would like to get your input on an event they are planning in the near future. The draft title of the ...
29 October 2024
Reports | YWU News
Ernest Cook Trust – Green Influencers Report
The Green Influencers Scheme was a three-year £3 million programme (2020-2023) designed to help young people (target age range 10-14 years old) creat ...
28 October 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Y&H MYPs attend the Annual Sitting of the UK Youth Parliament
Young people elected as Members of the UK Youth Parliament from across the Yorkshire and Humber region, attend the Annual Sitting held at Warwick Univ ...
28 October 2024
Regional News
Yorkshire Leaders Meet in Parliament to Share “Blueprint” to Close Health and Wealth Gap That Costs UK £180bn A Year
Civic, business, and university leaders met in Parliament on Tuesday 22nd October to show how Yorkshire can provide a “blueprint” for the new Labour g ...
28 October 2024
Regional News
Almost 500 homeless children in Humber region
New government data shows like England as a whole, councils locally faced extra pressure to place households with children in temporary accommodation, ...
28 October 2024
Regional News
Number of child abuse investigations in Yorkshire revealed amid calls for extra funding
Serious concerns about the record number of investigations launched when information suggests a child is being seriously harmed has prompted councils ...
28 October 2024
Regional News | Resources
Episode 5 REAL LIFE STORIES OF CARE-EXPERIENCED TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS
Episode 5 of the What The Friday Youth Podcast is out and can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/18zrzz Apple: http:// ...
28 October 2024
Regional News | Resources
Stand With Survivors: Anti-Slavery Week 2024 | Causeway Charity
Yorkshire-based charity, Causeway, has launched a campaign to raise awareness of modern slavery and educate people on how to spot the signs of exploit ...
28 October 2024
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Charity campaign highlights signs of child sexual exploitation
Crimestoppers has launched a new campaign aimed at reducing the number of children being sexually exploited in the North East of England ...
28 October 2024
National & International News | Reports
One In 10 Young People Don’t Think or Realise ‘Stealthing’ Is a Crime, Poll Reveals
About one in 10 people under 25 are unsure - or do not believe - that removing a condom during sex is a crime, according to a UK survey. The online st ...
28 October 2024
National & International News
London’s Youth Services Postcode Lottery as Some Kids Get 76p Spent on Them While Others Have £166
Research by City Hall reveals a 'postcode lottery' in London’s youth services, with Lewisham children receiving nearly half the funding of those in ne ...
28 October 2024
National & International News
Councils ‘Not Willing to Act as Guarantors for Care Leavers’
A Freedom of Information (FOI) request made by the National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS) to all local authorities in England revealed that, although ...
28 October 2024
National & International News
Disposable vapes to be banned from June
The sale of disposable vapes will be banned in England and Wales from June next year, the government has confirmed. Ministers in England said the move ...
24 October 2024
National & International News
DCMS, NYA – National Youth Strategy & Civil Society Covenant Framework
The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, has announced the Government’s commitment to co-produce a National Youth Strategy .Th ...
22 October 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
Train the Trainer, An Intro To – new date available
YWU brings you their Train the Trainer - An Introduction to working in Youth Work Settings course Wednesday 11th December 9.45 - 4pm Bentley My Place, ...
21 October 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Resources | Resources for Young People | YWU News
Interfaith Week 10th – 17th November
Interfaith Week 2024 is only 3 weeks away! This year we have joined with a number of RE partners (including NASACRE, REC, NATRE and many more) to brin ...
20 October 2024
National & International News | News
‘An emoji will help us to feel seen’
Rise.365, a community support group, said although there are almost 4,000 emojis, not a single one features a black or mixed-race hairstyle, so its me ...
20 October 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Regional Youth Health & Wellbeing event
In March 2024, 63,000 young people in Yorkshire and Humber voted in the Make Your Mark ballot, which identified Health and Wellbeing as being the larg ...
18 October 2024
National & International News | News
DCMS publish a Civil Society Covenant Framework
On 17th October , at No.10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister confirmed his priority to reset the relationship with civil society. He outlined a commi ...
17 October 2024
YWU News
Is the Youth Sector on a Cliff Edge?
A growing number of youth organisations across Yorkshire and the Humber are facing an alarming and uncertain future as we approach March 2025. With th ...
17 October 2024
National & International News | News
Build partnerships to end ‘Hunger Games’ fight for funding, grantmaker says
Fozia Irfan of BBC Children in Need says grantmakers need to be role models for what they want to see (you will need to sign in to see more) ...
16 October 2024
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Partnership, partnership, partnership: A mantra to tackle violence
Lib Peck, Director, London's Violence Reduction Unit, shares their approach ...
16 October 2024
National & International News | News
A moral imperative: Making sure children get the support they need
Cllr Arooj Shah, Chair of the Children and Young People Board, Local Government Association, shares their thoughts. ...
15 October 2024
National & International News | News
youth work in the news
Youth Work has been in the news this week listen to Saturday live - 12th October 9.39 am - when Selina Brown - creator of the Black British Book Festi ...
15 October 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Resources | Resources for Young People | YWU News
What are the biggest challenges facing young people in health and health inequalities?
Calling at 16-25 year olds, living in the UK!! The research is being conducted by peer researchers across the UK looking at the biggest challenges fac ...
13 October 2024
Regional News | Resources
Episode 3 of the What The Friday Youth Podcast
Episode 3 of the What The Friday Youth Podcast is out and can be listened to using the following links: Spotify: http://tiny.cc/3bvpzz Apple: h ...
13 October 2024
Regional News
Funding awarded to support Youth Volunteering
Youth volunteering received a vital boost this month, thanks to a successful bid from Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership and partn ...
13 October 2024
National & International News | News
Government Equalities Office, Department for Education – Evaluation Of The Government’s 2016 To 2019 Anti-Homophobic, Biphobic and Transphobic Bullying Programme In Schools
The Government Equalities Office, Equality Hub and Department for Education (DfE) have published research evaluating the government’s anti-homophobic, ...
13 October 2024
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Employment Rights Bill
The government are introducing new workplace rights to end unfair employment practices. The employment Rights Bill will ban exploitative zero-hours co ...
13 October 2024
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Half of teachers set to spend more time supporting pupils’ mental health, survey warns
A survey has found that more than half of teachers believe they will spend more time supporting pupils’ mental health during this school year. Just un ...
10 October 2024
National & International News | News
‘Doesn’t feel fair’: young Britons struggle with losing right to work in EU since Brexit
Once seen as a rite of passage, seasonal jobs in the rest of Europe are off limits for many – but some still make it work ...
10 October 2024
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The boomer generation hit the economic jackpot. Young people will inherit their massive debts
Young people in Britain could be forgiven for despairing at the financial pressures they face – and feeling that previous generations enjoyed a much f ...
10 October 2024
National & International News | News
How the ‘alpha-male’ phenomenon and far right are affecting young people
Starting with Andrew Tate, the alpha male phenomenon spread quickly online and slowly started to impact the behaviour of young men ...
10 October 2024
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MI5 chief warns of increase in young people being targeted by online extremists
The head of MI5 has warned that increasing numbers of young people are being exploited by criminals and “being drawn into poisonous online extremism” ...
10 October 2024
National & International News | News
Idris Elba launches project to give a ‘chance’ to young people in Manchester
Idris Elba has partnered with The Prince's Trust to launch a new project that aims to give a 'chance' to the young people of Manchester. The Elba Hope ...
10 October 2024
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WHO and UNICEF release guidance to improve access to mental health care for children and young people
Ahead of World Mental Health Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF have published Mental Health of Children and Young People: Service Gu ...
10 October 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Young People
Search begins for next generation of cyber security talent
Young people across the country are being called upon to put their cyber skills to the test in the new UK Cyber Team Competition, offering them the ch ...
10 October 2024
Regional News
Phone ban helping young people get back to nature
A group that runs wild camps for young people has banned mobile phones because they are a "barrier" to enjoying the great outdoors. Rewilding Youth, b ...
10 October 2024
Regional News
A night in the rain at the homeless youth club
Members of a youth club in Beverley, East Yorkshire, are having to meet outdoors in all weathers because, despite extensive efforts, staff have been u ...
10 October 2024
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Young people create powerful video aimed at improving school attendance in Camden
Fitzrovia Youth in Action (FYA), a leading local charity empowering young people, has released a short film to help address the issue of school attend ...
10 October 2024
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New research project will explore mental health challenges young people face after sporting injuries
This project will explore how injuries impact young people's mental well-being, self-identity, and their journey back to competitive sport. ...
10 October 2024
National & International News | News
Vaping damages young people’s lungs as much as smoking, study suggests
Vaping damages young people’s lungs as much as smoking, according to research that has prompted fresh debate over the health risks of e-cigarettes. Th ...
9 October 2024
National & International News | News
TikTok sued for ‘wreaking havoc’ on teen mental health
More than a dozen states in the US have sued TikTok, accusing the social media platform of helping to drive a mental health crisis among teenagers. A ...
8 October 2024
YWU News
We did it – Train the Trainer
Monday 7th October saw two of the YWU team meet 17 of the regions qualified youth workers at Leeds Beckett University to deliver / take part in our fi ...
6 October 2024
Funding | National & International News
UK Councils invited to join and shape new initiative to improve access to nature and green space for millions of urban residents
Goal to enable 100 towns and cities to transform access to green space in urban areas so everyone can enjoy time spent outdoors in nature, close to ho ...
6 October 2024
National & International News | News
How do we keep the momentum up on anti-racist work across the sector post-riots?
Recent racist violence demands long-term anti-racism efforts, moving beyond performative gestures to meaningful action, addressing systemic issues and ...
6 October 2024
Regional News | Resources
Episode 2 of the What The Friday Youth Podcast
Episode 2 looks at 'what to do if you are struggling at college' and 'smoking vs vaping'. We are joined by James Davidson of C+K and Dr Joy a GP from ...
6 October 2024
Regional News
Collaboration is Key
The 3 regional Metro Mayors including the newest Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith, recently met with fellow Yorkshire mayors and counci ...
6 October 2024
National & International News | News
County Councils Network – Failure to Address £54bn Funding Black-Hole Could Leave Councils As ‘Little More Than Care Authorities’ by The End of Decade
New analysis from the County Councils Network (CCN) reveals this funding black hole is fuelled by rising demand and costs in just three service areas: ...
6 October 2024
National & International News | News
English Councils Illegally Turning Away Homeless Young People, Charity Says
Hundreds of homeless young people, including dozens who are pregnant or have children, are being illegally turned away by councils when they ask for h ...
1 October 2024
Funding | National & International News
BT Group launches £4m Apprenticeship Fund
T Group has today launched a new Apprenticeship Fund, designed to support SMEs, charities and public sector organisations across England by providing ...
1 October 2024
YWU News
Annual Conference – Beyond The Pool Table
Our annual conference is now officially open for bookings - book your place here AGM Agenda 2024 ...
1 October 2024
Regional News | YWU News
SEND Change Programme
Saturday saw young people from Calderdale, Wakefield, Leeds & Bradford, supported by members of the Yorkshire SEND Alliance come together to share ...
29 September 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Action plan to tackle climate crisis has support from Yorkshire’s leaders
A comprehensive plan for Yorkshire and the Humber to respond to the climate and nature crises has received unanimous support from leaders of the regio ...
29 September 2024
National & International News | Reports
Poorest families in UK lack beds and are sleeping on floors, charity warns
Families in poverty are having to sleep on the floor because they cannot afford beds, according to a children’s charity. The charity’s research also ...
29 September 2024
Regional News
first episode of the What The Friday Youth Podcast
Episode 1 launches with a Mental Health special and tackles key questions such as when young people might need professional support, how to access it, ...
29 September 2024
National & International News | Reports
How children and young people can be digitally excluded
There’s an assumption that only older people are digitally excluded, but 20% of children in the UK are in digital poverty Read the report here ...
29 September 2024
National & International News | Reports
More Than Half of People Feel Poorer Now Than They Did Five Years Ago
A study by price comparison website Compare the Market found that 53 per cent of people feel poorer than they did at the end of last decade, with six ...
29 September 2024
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Labour Party Conference: Prime Minister Pledges Better Access to Social Housing for Care Leavers
Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool this week, Prime Minister Keir Starmer told delegates that care leavers under 25 will be exempt f ...
29 September 2024
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671,000 Young People Urged to Cash in Their Government Savings Pot
More than 670,000 18–22-year-olds yet to claim their Child Trust Fund are reminded to cash in their stash as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveals the ...
29 September 2024
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Met Police Launches Strategy on Improving Policing for Children
The Metropolitan Police has launched the Children's Strategy, aimed at improving officers’ safeguarding knowledge and building trust with young people ...
29 September 2024
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NCP launch Open Youth Infrastructure project
What if it was easier for young people to find the support they needed? What if the sector was more open, sharing data, insights and knowledge? The Op ...
27 September 2024
YWU News
National Network for Assessors and IQAs in youth work practice training
the YWU hosted the National Network for Assessors and IQAs in youth work practice training on Friday. The network aims to uphold the quality of youth ...
27 September 2024
YWU News
promoting youth work #chooseyouthwork campaign
The Youth Work Unit Y&H alongside colleagues from across the region including - The Youth Association – growing yorkshire's future (youth-associat ...
26 September 2024
National & International News | News
Sharp rise in problematic teenage social media use, study says
A major international study suggests there has been a sharp rise in what it calls "problematic" social media use among young people since the pandemic ...
23 September 2024
YWU News
Regional LYP Network Meeting (CAP)
The next Regional LYP Network Meeting (CAP) still has places for our next meeting - Thursday 24th October 10am- 11.30am On Zoom Guest speaker - Emma f ...
23 September 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Parent-led advocacy course for parents living in Yorkshire and Humber with children aged from 15 years to 25 years going through transition.
Parent-led advocacy course for parents living in Yorkshire and Humber with children aged from 15 years to 25 years going through transition. Bringing ...
23 September 2024
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Belongings of Children in Care Put In Bin Bags and Lost
Children in care and young care leavers in Wales are having to move their personal belongings in bin bags. The BBC heard from young people who saw the ...
23 September 2024
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Trussell Trust Changes Name and Logo to Make Charity ‘More Accessible’
Anti-poverty charity the Trussell Trust has shortened its name as part of a major rebrand designed to “remove barriers” for those using the charity’s ...
23 September 2024
Regional News
Nearly 2 Million Trees Planted In The North Of England In 2023
In 2023 more than a whopping 1.9 million trees were planted as part of a major project across Northern England is has been revealed. The North of Engl ...
23 September 2024
National & International News | News
Third Sector Podcast: Stimulating a more joined-up charity sector
Third Sector editor Emily Burt and senior multimedia reporter Lucinda Rouse are joined by Ndidi Okezie, chief executive of UK Youth, to discuss the ne ...
23 September 2024
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Instagram boosts privacy and parental control on teen accounts
Instagram is overhauling the way it works for teenagers, promising more "built-in protections" for young people and added controls and reassurance for ...
22 September 2024
Regional News
Youth Work Census – what does our region look like
key findings relating to youth work activities in Yorkshire and the Humber include: 80% report an increase in demand for mental health and wellbeing s ...
15 September 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
MCard – cheaper travel for young people
Save all year round with MCard and get unlimited travel on any bus and train* in West Yorkshire 🚍🚆 Enjoy great savings on 19-25 or student weekly and ...
15 September 2024
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The Electoral Commission – Voter ID at the 2024 UK General Election
The 2024 UK Parliamentary general election was held on Thursday 4 July. This was the first time that all voters across the UK were required to show an ...
15 September 2024
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CALM – New Campaign Focuses on Youth Suicide
Suicide is the leading cause of death for 15- to 34-year-olds in the UK. To raise awareness and spark conversations, CALM has launched the Missed Birt ...
15 September 2024
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Young people and health inequalities – Network of RYWUs
Partnership For Young London, alongside Youth Focus Northwest and Youth Focus NorthEast has been funded by NHS Charities Together to deliver a peer re ...
15 September 2024
National & International News | News
anti-knife crime coalition to tackle youth violence
The government has launched an anti-knife crime coalition designed to reduce the risk of young people becoming involved in violence. ...
15 September 2024
YWU News
YWU Youth Board
On Saturday 14th September, 18 members of the YWU Youth Board met in Doncaster to update each other on local work and plan how they can support young ...
15 September 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
Opportunity for young people to influence Transport in West Yorkshire
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9 September 2024
YWU News
Save the Date – Our Annual Conference is Coming
The weather is cooling, young people are back at school, and here at the YWU we are busy planning our Annual Conference with AGM. This year will be co ...
8 September 2024
Regional News
GCSE results: ‘stark’ regional divide between Yorkshire and Humber and London despite top grades increasing
Pupils across Yorkshire celebrated as they received their GCSE results, with top grades across the region up year-on-year. Despite the issues of the ...
8 September 2024
Regional News
McDonalds contributes £974.2million to Yorkshire and Humber
Without including its supply chain, the fast food giant makes a direct economic contribution of £303.1million, with its 107 restaurants in the region ...
8 September 2024
Regional News
Volunteer Awards evening 2024: Yorkshire and Humberside
The Regional Volunteer Awards kickstarted last night in the Yorkshire and Humber region. Treasured volunteers from across the northern counties came t ...
8 September 2024
National & International News | Reports | Resources
The London Community Foundation – The Impact of Far-Right Riots on Londoners
The London Community Foundation sent out a survey in early August to assess the impact of the Far-Right Riots on London local organisations and the c ...
8 September 2024
National & International News | Reports | Resources
NSPCC Learning – Neglect Briefing
This briefing looks at what data and statistics are available about child neglect to help professionals, and the organisations they work for, make ev ...
8 September 2024
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Unis float £12,500 fees as freshers pack for term
Tuition fees in England would need to rise to £12,500 to meet universities' teaching costs, the vice-chancellor of King's College London has said. Pro ...
8 September 2024
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Walking, Cycling to School More Likely in Ulez
What can our region learn? Schoolchildren living in London's ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) were nearly four times as likely to switch to walking and ...
8 September 2024
National & International News | News
Catch22 Confirms Redthread Merger
Social business Catch22 has confirmed a merger with youth violence prevention charity Redthread. The organisations said they were exploring a merger i ...
6 September 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Social media and video sharing platforms put on notice over poor children’s privacy practices
The ICO is calling on 11 social media and video sharing platforms to improve their children’s privacy practices. Where platforms do not comply with th ...
6 September 2024
Regional News
Northern leaders announce new manifesto
Leaders from across local government in the North of England have come together to launch a new partnership that will see collaboration and growth. At ...
3 September 2024
National & International News | News | Resources
Empowering young people: Riots, algorithmic extremism, protest and truth.
This deep-dive into the role social media/ far-right influencers played in fuelling last month’s violent disorder and some practical tips for youth pr ...
2 September 2024
Regional News
REMY open Letter
REMY the regional ethnic majority youth group, have written to Directors of Children's Services, Yorkshire and Humber MPs, Virtual heads, Youth Sector ...
2 September 2024
National & International News | News
After Riots, UN Calls on UK to Tackle Systemic Racism, Colonial Legacies
In the wake of recent racist and Islamophobic riots in the United Kingdom, the United Nations’ anti-racism body has issued a report on the UK’s record ...
2 September 2024
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Racism in schools surges with SIXTY children as young as age four sent home every day
Campaigners say impressionable youngsters are repeating in the classroom what they hear from their parents and right-wing figures in the media. They ...
1 September 2024
National & International News | News | YWU News
In Britain, we are still astonishingly ignorant’: the hidden story of how ancient India shaped the west
The flow of knowledge to Europe on maths, astronomy and much more has gone unacknowledged by historians. This is something REMY (Regional Ethnic Majo ...
1 September 2024
National & International News | News
Increase In Teachers Providing Food for Hungry Pupils
A survey of more than 10,000 teachers in England, carried out by TeacherTapp on behalf of Fareshare, found that 28% of those asked had brought in food ...
1 September 2024
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Protect kids from vapes, doctors urge government
The British Medical Association says bold action is needed and vapes have no rightful place in young people’s lives. Children are being targeted with ...
1 September 2024
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Councils opened more than 100 new children’s homes last year, Ofsted figures show
In the year to 31 March, 103 new council-run children’s homes opened in England. There was a 31% increase on the number of council-run homes a year ea ...
1 September 2024
National & International News | News
NHS referrals for anxiety in children more than double pre-Covid levels
More than 500 children a day in England are being referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety, more than double the rate of before the pandemic ...
1 September 2024
YWU News
West Yorkshire Youth Collective
Over the weekend, members of the West Yorkshire Youth Collective met to plan their workshop for the upcoming regional Health & Well-Being conferen ...
1 September 2024
YWU News
#chooseyouthwork
On Friday 30th August the YWU supported the UK Careers Fair in Hull, promoting youth work as a career and the various opportunities to gain relevant q ...
1 September 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Connect Sessions
A partnership of the National Youth Agency, UK Youth and the Regional Youth Work Units has been leading the youth sector response to the civil unrest ...
1 September 2024
National & International News | Resources
Homesickness can hit any time’: how to cope with loneliness at university
It’s natural to miss friends and family when studying away from home, but thankfully there are many formal and informal support networks you can tap i ...
27 August 2024
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Why Gen Z & Millennials are hung up on answering the phone
Hi, you’ve reached the voicemail of Yasmin Rufo. Please don't leave a message as I won’t listen to it or call you back. Unfortunately that isn't my an ...
27 August 2024
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Health Inequalities – have your say
Some of our fellow members of the Network of Regional Youth Works (yes there is 8 of us in total) have come together to collaborate with NHS Charities ...
25 August 2024
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Children’s Commissioner for England – Dealing with exam disappointment, reflections from a young Ambassador
ECC shares a blog post written by my youth Ambassador Ben. Ben has just completed his penultimate year of school and this summer re-sat his GCSE Engli ...
25 August 2024
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‘It’s Too Expensive’: Affordable Housing Deficit Hurting Young People in Job Market
Younger people say they cannot progress their chosen careers as they are unable to afford homes in cities where there are more opportunities. Home own ...
25 August 2024
Regional News | Resources for Young People
Digital flip book version of the Young Peoples Guide to Pride
Created with LGBTQ+ Reps on the Doncaster Youth Council have developed to share, a pocket guide for young people and anyone who would like to learn m ...
25 August 2024
Regional News
Region commits to skills investment
West Yorkshire Combined Authority has announced that significant investment is being committed to delivering significant training boosts for communiti ...
20 August 2024
YWU News
Young People complete their Summer Social Media Workshop
On Monday, young people from across the region completed a 6 week Social Media Campaign Development training programme with IVE. IVE offered this uni ...
19 August 2024
Regional News
Yorkshire joint highest for unauthorised school absences
Yorkshire has been branded with the ignominious accolade of joint-highest unauthorised school absence rate in all of England . Ann Longfield's book Y ...
19 August 2024
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Young people from Yorkshire invited to apply for exciting apprenticeship programme at Tesco
Tesco has launched its Stronger Starts Retail Apprenticeship programme and is inviting young individuals in Humberside interested in a retail career t ...
19 August 2024
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England’s Children’s Commissioner releases the 3rd report on child stripe searches
Child strip-searched every 14 hours by police in England and Wales, report finds. Black children remain four times as likely to be strip-searched in n ...
17 August 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
the MCard under 19 back to school campaign is now live
Ace term time travel with MCard 🌟💯 It’s the one and only way for under 19s to travel unlimited on each and every bus in West Yorkshire 🚍 Get MyDay tic ...
17 August 2024
Regional News
York and North Yorkshire Youth Combined Assembly
York and North Yorkshire Youth Combined Assembly met with the newly elected Y&NY Metro Mayor David Skaith in Scarborough last week, to raise aware ...
17 August 2024
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Top A-level grades rise across England, Wales and NI
The percentage of top A-level grades has risen for the first time since 2021 across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Overall this year 27.8% of al ...
17 August 2024
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One in five children in care placed far from home, charity warns
One in five children in care in England are being placed more than 20 miles from their family, friends, school and wider community, research by childr ...
17 August 2024
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Yvette Cooper says today’s teenagers have it ‘much, much harder’
Home secretary cites knives and pressures of social media as she announces plans for ‘young futures’ unit to prevent crime. ...
17 August 2024
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Warning over rise in children on disability benefits in England and Wales
Resolution Foundation points to growth in claims for conditions such as autism and says adulthood brings financial cliff edge. Children in England an ...
13 August 2024
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Youth Digital Pathways
International Youth Day 2024, hosted by the United Nations, is celebrating youth digital pathways for sustainable development. ...
12 August 2024
YWU News
Congratulations to the region’s nominees
Children and Young People Now have released their awards shortlists for awards including The Youth Justice Award, The Partnership Working Award, and T ...
12 August 2024
Regional News
Leeds produces Voice and influence guides for children and young people
These guides for children and young people so they know how to express their views, feel heard and be involved in decisions that affect their lives (h ...
12 August 2024
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Doncaster Host UK Pride
On Saturday 10th August, Doncaster host the UK Pride event. The day was a celebration, with performances, stalls, a fun fair, starting with a fantast ...
9 August 2024
Regional News
DCMS Ministers engage with Civil Society and Youth sectors
On 9 July 2024, Stephanie Peacock MP was appointed Minister for Sport, Media, Civil Society and Youth. Alongside her role, Minister Peacock is Patron ...
9 August 2024
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Sky News – The Rise of ‘Doom Spending’ – What It Is and How to Stop
Doom spending is basically spending money on short-term, instant enjoyment, rather than saving it for the future, to cope with economic stress and wor ...
8 August 2024
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Trials launch to test effectiveness of youth arts and sports schemes in preventing crime
Six youth sports, arts and outdoor activity schemes have received £11m to test their effectiveness in preventing young people from becoming involved i ...
8 August 2024
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Boosting Staying Put take up ‘could reduce care leaver homelessness’
Increasing the number of young people in care involved in Staying Put foster care schemes could prevent hundreds of care leavers a year becoming homel ...
8 August 2024
Regional News
Calderdale Disability Pride Song
Calderdale recently hosted their Disability Pride event creating a song with young people. Listen to the song they created here ...
6 August 2024
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Coordinated Response to support the youth work sector
Resources and Space to Connect Following the devastating incident in Southport last week and escalating concerns about disinformation, discrimination ...
6 August 2024
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RYCA want to hear from you
The Regional Youth Climate Assembly wants to hear from youth groups involved in climate action and environmental projects across the region. They want ...
6 August 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Regional Children in and Leaving Care Day
on Wednesday 31st July, members of local Children in and Leaving Care Councils (CILC) came together to sing, share and create together. Hull's CILC s ...
5 August 2024
Regional News
High cost of agency social workers and care placements led to £42mn children’s trust overspend, council says
High levels of spending on agency social workers and residential placements for children in care are key factors in a £42mn overspend at Bradford Chil ...
5 August 2024
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Ripple Effect – handbook on youth voice in environmental spaces
Ripple Effect Handbook RYCA have produced a short guide on youth voice social action in climate spaces. ...
5 August 2024
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Queer SEREDA project findings
This report by the University of Birmingham, with support from Rainbow Migration, exposes the harms that LGBTQI+ people experience within the asylum s ...
5 August 2024
Regional News
Yorkshire and the Humber’s carbon story can be a positive one says Climate Commission
Headlines from Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission’s Our Carbon Story: Yorkshire and the Humber can technically meet our 2038 net zero target W ...
5 August 2024
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Centre for Youth Voice launch resource hub
Centre for Youth Voice free to access Hub brings together information, tools and training for anyone interested in strengthening their youth voice pra ...
4 August 2024
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PM clamping down on violent disorder
Friday the Prime Minister held a press conference to address the violent disorder that has followed the tragic events in Southport this week, giving h ...
4 August 2024
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Expected Rise This Summer About Body Image And Eating Disorders
The NSPCC has published a news story about Childline counselling sessions related to body image and eating disorders. New data from Childline shows th ...
4 August 2024
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Worrying’ Increase in Young Rough Sleepers In London
The number of young people aged 25 and under sleeping rough on London's streets has increased by more than a third, according to Centrepoint a charity ...
4 August 2024
Regional News
Yorkshire charity launches campaign to help 25,000 of region’s most vulnerable C&YP
Yorkshire Children’s Charity is on a mission to impact 25,000 children’s lives and raise £1m to combat child poverty in a new campaign, as the number ...
29 July 2024
YWU News
Hold the date – Thursday 12th September
For the next regional impact network meeting online 10.00am - 11.30am Here how the George Williams College measurement tools have been working in prac ...
29 July 2024
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DfE confirms ministerial responsibilities
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson was announced as Education Secretary on 5 July, the day after the Labour Party’s landslide win at the general e ...
26 July 2024
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Project Hope and opportunities with Lloyds Banking Group
Work continues with Project Hope to support career development opportunities for care experienced young people across West Yorkshire. Meetings conti ...
24 July 2024
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Youth charity set to become part of Catch22
A youth charity formed over 20 years ago is exploring a proposed merger with welfare charity Catch22 after facing funding challenges. Redthread, whic ...
23 July 2024
YWU News
West Yorkshire Youth Collective
On Tuesday, 23rd July, members of the West Yorkshire Youth Collective, the youth board for the West Yorkshire Health Care Partnership / Integrated Car ...
23 July 2024
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A national skills ambition
The government has announced that it will pull together the skills landscape through the launch of Skills England. As part of the government’s plans t ...
22 July 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
West Yorkshire Combined Authority launch Child First Framework
Having launched the WYCA Child First Framework, placing children at the heart of decision making. It puts an emphasis on meaningful collaboration, wh ...
21 July 2024
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West Yorkshire – Trams are on the way. Time to have your say.
Even with all the improvements we have planned for our trains, buses, walking and cycling routes, we still won’t have completed the transport network ...
21 July 2024
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21 places where kids can eat for free or £1 in 2024 summer holidays
Are you looking for ideas to get you out of the house in the summer holidays and where you can treat the kids to a nice meal without breaking the bank ...
21 July 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
Summertime, Your Time, Anytime” Campaign
This summer young people aged under 19 can enjoy unlimited bus travel across West Yorkshire for a day with a £2.80 MCard. Please promote ...
21 July 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
Support for Ukranian Young People
PATH Yorkshire has launched a new project to support Ukranian young people aged 17-21 called "Positive Youth Pathways". The project aims to integrate ...
21 July 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service – Youth Interventions
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue offer a range of interventions that youth groups can access including short talks on the consequences of arson, road ...
21 July 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News
Preparing for Youth Work Week 2024
The National Youth Agency (NYA) has launched an "Art of Youth Work" campaign in preparation for this year's Youth Work Week, taking place 4-8th Novemb ...
21 July 2024
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LGA launches work and skills offer
The Local Government Association has announced that it has launched new proposals to localise employment and skills services. Analysis from the LGA h ...
21 July 2024
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Research In Practice – Place-Based Approaches to Preventing Child Abuse
Research in Practice has published a blog post on the NSPCC’s Together for Childhood (TfC) place-based programme, in which local residents and agencie ...
21 July 2024
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More than three quarters of the public would support a new law to end child poverty
The NSPCC has published a news story on children in the UK living in poverty, looking at the findings of a poll undertaken by 2,000 adults. A YouGov s ...
21 July 2024
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Ucas to reform university personal statements
Ucas is changing personal statements, long the bane of teenagers' final year at school, for university admissions. Instead of a 4,000-character stat ...
21 July 2024
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The King’s Speech 2024
Legislation designed to improve children’s wellbeing is among government plans laid out by Charles III in his first King’s Speech under a Labour gover ...
21 July 2024
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Government announces new child poverty unit
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a new cross-government child poverty unit. The new child poverty unit, based in the Cabinet Office, will ...
21 July 2024
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Over two thirds of London teachers ‘concerned children will experience holiday hunger’
The survey, commissioned by food redistribution charity The Felix Project and carried out by Teacher Tapp, found that some 68 per cent of teachers are ...
21 July 2024
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Milestone for children’s rights
Children’s rights will now be at the heart of decision making in Scotland as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) (Incorpo ...
21 July 2024
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Resort second worst place for girls in UK – report
Girls growing up in Blackpool face some of the toughest challenges in the country to achieve their dreams, a new report has revealed. The Plan UK Sta ...
21 July 2024
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English schools to phase out ‘cruel’ behaviour rules as Labour plans major education changes
Isolation booths, frequent suspensions and strict behaviour regimes look set to be phased out in England as the Labour government shifts focus on how ...
14 July 2024
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Youth Work Practice Training – new courses starting in September 24
Youth Work Practice Training Opportunities exist across our region, with a network of training providers, based in each sub-region local to you. Conta ...
14 July 2024
YWU News
WY ICB – EDI stakeholders event
Last week the YWU attended the West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board's Equality Diversity and Inclusion Health & Care Strategy Stakeholder Event. ...
14 July 2024
YWU News
RYCA at Yorkshire Climate Commission July Meeting
Last week we had the privilege to support members of RYCA (regional youth climate assembly) who hold the commissioner role for young people, on the Yo ...
14 July 2024
Regional News
Proposals for new woodland in Yorkshire
The public has been invited to have their say on proposals for a vast new woodland in Yorkshire. Government-owned public body the Forestry Commission ...
14 July 2024
Regional News
Leeds recognised being care experienced as a protected characteristic
The Executive Board of Leeds City Council have agreed that the authority will adopt being care experienced as a protected characteristic. This followe ...
14 July 2024
Regional News
What does Power mean to you?
This Vision for Volunteering blog looks at the theme of power, and how it can help volunteers thrive and flourish when their power is recognised ...
14 July 2024
National & International News | Reports
General election 2024: What charities can expect
NCVO (The National Council for Voluntary Organisations) has released a comprehensive rundown on what the sector can expect from the newly instated gov ...
14 July 2024
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Who’s who in Britain’s new Labour government led by Keir Starmer
Britain’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed a Cabinet of Labour Party lawmakers and a few outside experts as he tries to tackle priorities ...
14 July 2024
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CEO Mark Gifford to leave NCS Trust
NCS (National Citizen Service) Trust Chief Executive Officer Mark Gifford has announced he will leave the Trust following four successful and transfor ...
14 July 2024
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Former girls’ school in London to reopen as pioneering youth hub
Oasis St Martin’s Village will offer mentoring and other help for at-risk young people and is intended to be first of many. ...
14 July 2024
Regional News
Regions Innovating for Health
SOUTH Yorkshire has been awarded more than £3.5m to become one of 15 pilot areas across England to help long-term sick and disabled people into work. ...
14 July 2024
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National Wealth Fund created
The government has announced that it is bringing financial institutions together under the new National Wealth Fund. ...
14 July 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News | YWU News
Urban Greenprints: Exploring Community-Led Environmental Change
Want to take action for nature in your community but not sure where to start? Join us for an inspiring online event. ...
14 July 2024
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Tory governments talked down to regional mayors like me. Now Keir Starmer is listening to us
The new PM understands it will take metro mayors with real power to actually improve the country’s housing, education and more. Prime Minister and May ...
14 July 2024
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‘I owe almost £100k – the system is rigged’: meet the young people crippled by student loans
A recent report found that almost two million UK graduates owe £50,000 or more in student loans. Emma Loffhagen speaks to young people struggling to p ...
14 July 2024
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Teenagers tell City Hall that knife crime is ‘leading issue for young people’ in Bristol
A group of teenagers came to City Hall to say that knife crime is the “leading issue for young people” in Bristol. Members of the Bristol City Youth C ...
14 July 2024
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Labour’s early efforts to tackle youth unemployment are encouraging
In May, the Office of National Statistics released its latest NEET figures. They showed that numbers of young people not in education, employment or t ...
14 July 2024
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First time voters: my Youth Ambassadors reflect on voting in their first general election
For a number of the England's Children's Commissioner Youth Ambassadors this has been the first time they have had the opportunity to vote in their fi ...
14 July 2024
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DfE committed to cross-government focus on tackling child poverty, Phillipson tells DCSs
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has committed to a cross-government focus on tackling child poverty. Phillipson told local authority leader ...
14 July 2024
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Greater Manchester reveals plans for MBacc a new vision for technical education
GM Business Board member Andy Burnham brought together over 200 employers and educators to unveil proposals for the core subjects of the Greater Manch ...
14 July 2024
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Mayor launches flagship plan for youth unemployment in the West Midlands – to create 20,000 learning and work opportunities
Working with local business to open up 20,000 work experience placements, training opportunities and apprenticeships training is just one of the key p ...
14 July 2024
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Children as young as three treated for obesity
Dr Alok Gupta, clinical lead at the Darent Valley clinic, said the issue "won't go away" and was impacting "the emotional health and the quality of li ...
14 July 2024
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Youth clubs are vital. We can all help to revive them
Readers respond to an editorial about the loss of council-run youth services as Tory cuts have bitten into budgets ...
14 July 2024
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Listening to young Pacific Islanders hardest hit by climate crises
For young people who constitute up to 75 percent of the region’s population, these climate vulnerabilities manifest as physical and emotional distress ...
14 July 2024
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Sam Carling: Meet the new youngest MP, born in 2002
A 22-year-old elected as an MP with a razor-thin majority has said he does not want his age to be the focus as he heads to Westminster. Fresh faces: m ...
9 July 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Regional News | YWU News
Call for participants and support Re: Adversity, Trauma, and Resilience in Childhood Experiences
Do you work with young people aged between 18 - 25 in West Yorkshire? If the answer is yes, The University of Leeds would like to hear from you. They ...
8 July 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News | YWU News
Social Media Workshops in partnership with IVE
Monday saw the first of a series of workshops supporting young people to develop their skills and knowledge in developing social media campaigns. The ...
8 July 2024
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‘Exodus’: One in seven young Black and Asian Britons ‘plan to quit UK’ over government failings and racism
One in seven young Black and Asian Britons are making concrete plans to leave the UK due to government failings, racism and economic worries, a new st ...
8 July 2024
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Young People want more youth work
The findings of a national survey of young people aged between 16 -19 years of age, commissioned by the National Youth Agency (NYA), reveals that over ...
8 July 2024
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Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET), UK: May 2024
Estimates of young people (aged 16 to 24 years) who are not in education, employment or training, by age and sex. These are official statistics in dev ...
8 July 2024
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UK youth groups seek volunteers as parents try to prise children from screens
Youth groups are clamouring for more volunteers amid a rise in the number of parents seeking affordable and sociable outdoor activities for their chil ...
8 July 2024
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New supported internship programme kickstarts careers for young people with SEND
Northumberland County Council is launching a new Supported Internship programme for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND ...
8 July 2024
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Totally wired: why are so many young people addicted to video games?
Locked in their bedrooms, playing video games into the small hours, children as young as 10 years old are now addicted to their consoles. Tim Lewis he ...
8 July 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Have a Voice on health
The Region's Youth Health Boards are coming together to facilitate a day of workshops to better link up their work and amplify the voices of young peo ...
8 July 2024
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New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson prioritises children’s social care reform
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has highlighted children’s social care and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as key issues ...
8 July 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
researchers in to the impact of youth sector provision on young people’s mental health
NCS Trust has partnered with StreetGames and the Social Prescribing Youth Network (SPYN) and researchers at University College London (UCL) to build e ...
8 July 2024
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Charities and experts call on next Government to tackle harms caused by online pornography
Barnardo’s and the Centre to End all Sexual Exploitation (Cease) have written an open letter to the next government on the harms of online pornography ...
8 July 2024
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Labour’s Keir Starmer – UK Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer is UK's first Labour prime minister since 2010 after his party's landslide general election win. Labour is returning to power with a ...
2 July 2024
Regional News | YWU News
MYP’s on Residential
The regions MYP's came together on residential at Dearne Valley at the weekend where they got to take part in several workshops meet representatives f ...
2 July 2024
Regional News
Supporting workforce development in Kirklees
Leeds Youth Voice Groups Takeover The Children and Young People’s Partnership (CYPP) requested that the Voice, Influence and Change (VIC) team facilit ...
2 July 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Supporting workforce development in Kirklees
As part of the regional workforce strategy Kirklees Youth Alliance have started a Voluntary Register of Youth Work Practitioners in Kirklees, so that ...
1 July 2024
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Sir Jack Petchey: Former Football Club Owner and Charity Founder Dies
The former owner of Watford Football Club and charity founder, Sir Jack Petchey, has died aged 98. Sir Jack died on Thursday at his home in east Londo ...
1 July 2024
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Year 9s reveal exactly what they would do to make UK better if they were Prime Minister
They are 'Austerity's Children', born in 2010. A modern-day equivalent of 'Thatcher's Children' – born into cuts, cost-of-living crisis, Covid and Br ...
1 July 2024
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Starmer pledges to cut knife crime and ban online sale of lethal knives
Labour have promised to cut knife crime and ban the online sale and possession of dangerous knives, if they win the election. Sir Keir Starmer said Tu ...
1 July 2024
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Pupils learn how to challenge sexist behaviour
SCHOOL pupils in Tameside are learning how to call out sexist behaviour as part of a new pilot programme to tackle violence against women and girls. T ...
26 June 2024
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Youth Demand – protest at Prime Ministers North Yorkshire Home
University student pretended to carry out a ‘dirty protest’ in a lake at Prime Minister’s North Yorkshire constituency home ...
26 June 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Tackling child vaping in Bradford
BBC Look North investigate the rise of Vaping amongst primary aged children and the project that aims to educate young people ...
24 June 2024
National & International News | News | Resources for Young People
Young People vote ahead of the General Election
On Friday the results of the youth vote hosted by Save the Children Our Generation Our Vote, supported by First News will be shared. Visit there webs ...
24 June 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Climate Youth Action
Last week current and former members of RYCA (regional youth climate assembly - a representative group for young people passionate about tackling cli ...
24 June 2024
Regional News
BBC Question Time Returns to York
the BBC Question Time visited York on 20th June, and young people from the regions, some of whom are part of the Regions' Youth Voice Social Action wo ...
24 June 2024
Regional News
Council apologises over EHCP delay linked to educational psychologist shortage
In September last year, a SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) tribunal overturned a decision by Leeds City Council not to refer a child, ...
24 June 2024
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Congratulations to Leigh Middleton OBE
National Youth Agency’s Leigh Middleton awarded an OBE for Services to Young People ...
24 June 2024
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Children’s services leaders question plans to refer child strip search cases
Children’s services leaders have questioned Home Office plans for the police to make a referral to children’s social care every time they perform an ...
24 June 2024
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RESEARCH REVEALS 70% OF YOUNG PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THE NAME OF THEIR MP, AS THOUSANDS PREPARE TO VOTE IN GROUND-BREAKING ELECTION FOR CHILDREN
Three weeks ahead of the general election, UK charities reveal that 70% of young people under 18 years old don’t know the name of their MP. 59% are ...
24 June 2024
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Teenagers could lose bank accounts and driving licences for snubbing national service, Rishi Sunak says
Pressed by BBC Question Time presenter Fiona Bruce, Mr Sunak suggested the government will consider stopping young people having access to finance or ...
24 June 2024
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Half of councils could be bankrupt within five years, think-tank warns
All political parties are underestimating the financial crisis in local government with half of councils bracing themselves for bankruptcy within five ...
24 June 2024
Regional News
‘Game-changing’ sustainability festival launches for young people across Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Safeguarding Children Partnership have changed their contact for referral phone number to 0300 131 2 131 This replaces their old numbe ...
17 June 2024
YWU News
Regional workforce day
On Wednesday last week the YWU attended and supported a regional workforce day – ‘Reframing the narrative, Reclaiming the politics, Refocus youth work ...
17 June 2024
Regional News
‘Game-changing’ sustainability festival launches for young people across Yorkshire
The Greener Futures Youth Festival will take place throughout June and July, designed to inspire and excite young people across the region about their ...
17 June 2024
Regional News | YWU News
Climate Youth Action
June, has not only been Pride Month, which the YWU and local LGBT youth groups have been celebrating and preparing for the National Pride Event to be ...
16 June 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Give An X campaign
Give an X is a youth-led, non-partisan youth voter registration campaign designed to get every single young person registered to vote and into polling ...
16 June 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
New youth social prescribing research project: We want to hear from you!
NCS Trust has commissioned a new partnership and research project – YES (Youth sector Enabling Social Prescribing) – to address the growing mental hea ...
16 June 2024
Regional News
West Yorkshire Child First – Framing our Futures
New exhibition called “Framing Our Futures”, open to young people, to celebrate creativity and talent in West Yorkshire, seeing how we can all work be ...
16 June 2024
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Thousands of asylum children in London hotels
BBC London can reveal 3,045 accompanied asylum-seeking children are currently living in hotels in the capital, according to Home Office data revealed ...
16 June 2024
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The Children’s Commissioner launches ‘The Big Ambition’ to hear directly from children and young people about what they want from Government
The Children’s Commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza has called on every party leader to hold a debate for children during the election campai ...
16 June 2024
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Liberal Democrats pledge investment in disadvantaged children’s education
The Liberal Democrats have pledged a series of policies to narrow the attainment gap for disadvantaged children and boost educational opportunities fo ...
16 June 2024
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Conservative Party manifesto: restrictions on children’s social media access among raft of pledges
Creating more residential care places, restricting children’s access to social media and boosting post-16 vocational training opportunities are some o ...
16 June 2024
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Labour Party manifesto: boosting school-based support and votes for 16s among pledges
Reducing child poverty, investing in school-based careers and mental health support for young people and giving 16- and 17-year-olds the right to vote ...
16 June 2024
National & International News | News | Reports
Two-thirds of council-funded youth centres in England closed since 2010
Local government cuts have led to a ‘lost generation of young people’, warns Unison, in a report published on Saturday, that is 1,243 youth centres ha ...
13 June 2024
Regional News
Young people from ethnic minority backgrounds benefit from £1.7 million boost to tackle workplace discrimination in West Yorkshire
The Hamara Centre has been selected to lead the project targeted at young people with Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage living in Leeds and Bradford. ...
13 June 2024
YWU News
Local Youth Partnership (CAP) Network July Meeting
Following on from the busy day where those exploring youth partnerships came together in Doncaster to hear about others journeys and discuss hot topic ...
11 June 2024
YWU News
Supporting the Sector
facilitated the National Youth Work Practice Assessors and IQA network meeting facilitated the Y&H Faith Based Youth Workers Network facilitated t ...
11 June 2024
YWU News
Trauma informed youth work – employers!?
Last week Charlee - Strategy Manager joined colleagues from across West Yorkshire, and further afield to explore what trauma informed Staff Experience ...
11 June 2024
Regional News
YORKSHIRE CALLS FOR GRASSROOT SPORT CLUBS ACROSS THE REGION TO STAND TOGETHER TO TACKLE RACISM
Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) is proud to be part of the Yorkshire and Humber Anti-Racism in Sports Group – a collective with the aim to stand ...
11 June 2024
Regional News
York pupils achieved highest A-level results in Yorkshire and The Humber
Pupils at York schools and colleges achieved the highest average A-level results in Yorkshire and The Humber, new figures show. Department for Educa ...
11 June 2024
Regional News
Leeds to host regional hub for climate education
A climate education hub that will help young people across all educational settings turn their sustainability ambitions into action will be hosted by ...
10 June 2024
National & International News | News
Commissioner calls for election campaign debates for children
The Children’s Commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza has called on every party leader to hold a debate for children during the election campai ...
3 June 2024
YWU News
A busy start to June
This weekend our team were busy out and about the region. Doncaster was the meeting place for our youth board when they worked through a jam packed ag ...
3 June 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
Born in Bradford: Age of Wonder Work Experience Opportunity for Year 9 and 10 students!
Career in research? Born in Bradford is are offering a 2-day work experience placement to students in either year 9 or 10. Date: Monday 29th and Tue ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | News
NCVO – share voluntary sector manifesto and guidance
The Voluntary Sector Manifesto, which sets out a vision for a better future for all. ...
3 June 2024
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Government cracks down on ‘deepfakes’ creation
Offenders who create sexually explicit ‘deepfakes’ will face prosecution under a new law announced by the government. Under the new offence, those who ...
3 June 2024
Regional News
New ‘Time for Young People Leeds’ service
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (Leeds) and Leeds City Council have commissioned a new community-based early emotional and mental health supp ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | News
UK Youth take a look at other youth organisations manifestoes
We have reviewed what different youth organisations are calling for and brought it all together for you in this blog, we are very grateful to the Back ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
UK Youth webinar – briefing for youth organisations on the general election
Are hosting a webinar briefing for youth organisations on the General Election on Wednesday 5th June at 1-2pm. This briefing call will cover: What hap ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | News
TNLCF – period of sensitivity announcement
What the general election means for The National Lottery Community Fund Immediately before every election, there is a Period of Sensitivity. This plac ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | News
NCS cut costs by 32% through year-round offer, business plan reveals
The National Citizen Service (NCS) has cut costs by 32% over the last 12 months in a bid to “deliver value for money for the taxpayer”, according to i ...
3 June 2024
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‘Foster Carers Change Our Lives’
Alex Ambrosio was a refugee from Angola when he arrived alone in the UK aged 13 and unable to speak English. He moved in with foster carers in Hilling ...
3 June 2024
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One in 13 young vehicle passengers does not wear a seat belt
One in 13 young front seat vehicle passengers in England does not wear a seat belt, new figures suggest. Department for Transport (DfT) research cond ...
3 June 2024
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Lib Dems pledge tech tax to fund mental health professionals in schools
The Lib Dems have pledged to fund mental health professionals in every primary and secondary school across the if they win the election on 4 July. The ...
3 June 2024
National & International News | News
Rishi Sunak promises allowance for military national service
Rishi Sunak has said young people who serve with the military as part of his national service scheme will receive a "stipend" to help with living expe ...
27 May 2024
National & International News | News
NLCF Announces ‘Largest Expansion in National Lottery Funding in 30 Years’
he National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF), the largest community funder in the UK, has published its new Corporate Plan covering the next three years ...
27 May 2024
Regional News
Students feel ‘let down’ by university cutbacks
Students in Huddersfield have said planned cuts on campus have left them feeling "let down" by the town's university. Last month it was confirmed near ...
26 May 2024
Regional News
The fourth annual Humber Futures fundraising dinner, Beverley Minster
Young people whose lives have been transformed by The Prince’s Trust came together at Beverley Minster for the fourth annual Humber Futures fundraisin ...
26 May 2024
News | Opportunities for Young People | Regional News
NCS – opportunities this summer
NCS are offering a range of free programmes for young people aged between 15-17 . from week long residentials, to weekly sessions, to live online sess ...
26 May 2024
National & International News | News
Youth Charities Share their Manifestos for the upcoming Election
Charities supporting children and young people have released manifestos detailing what they want from the next government in the run up to the general ...
26 May 2024
National & International News | News
Four In 10 Teachers Warn Children Are ‘Too Hungry’ To Learn
A study of 10,000 teachers by School Food Matters and Teacher Tapp has highlighted that schools are using their own budgets to stop children from goin ...
26 May 2024
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Covid Inquiry Investigating Impact on Children and Young People
The UK Covid Inquiry has opened its investigation into the impact of the pandemic on children and young people. Areas it will focus on include how ch ...
26 May 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
Deadline to register to vote 18th June 2024
not sure how to register - here is a guide from PYL #NoVoteNoVoice Voter ID and Registration Resource Pack (partnershipforyounglondon.org.uk) Deadlin ...
26 May 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
Volunteer’s Week 3-9th June
Volunteers' Week celebrates the amazing contributions volunteers make to communities across the UK. The celebration starts on the first Monday in Jun ...
26 May 2024
YWU News
An Ordinary Extraordinary day celebrating leadership in the sector
The YWU was proud to support the Community First Ordinary Extraordinary Leaders conference 22nd May. It was an inspirational, and at times emotional, ...
24 May 2024
YWU News
Welcoming the NYA to UK Youth Parliament
The Youth Work Unit Yorkshire and the Humber, is excited to be working in partnership with the National Youth Agency, who has been appointed the lead ...
20 May 2024
National & International News | News
Project to build evidence on the positive impact of youth sector provision on YP’s MH
NCS Trust has partnered with StreetGames, the Social Prescribing Youth Network (SPYN) and researchers at University College London (UCL) to build evi ...
15 May 2024
YWU News
A visit to Westminster
A great honour to have visited Portcullis House on Monday to attend an event from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Modernising Employment a ...
14 May 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Youth Workers | Resources
The Government has set out its plans for a mandatory duty in England to report known or suspected child sexual abuse
The Government has set out its plans for a mandatory duty in England to report known or suspected child sexual abuse . What is the proposed duty? The ...
13 May 2024
Regional News | Resources | Resources for Young People
New podcasts launched to promote the benefits of youth volunteering
Over the last four months Youth Social based in Kirklees, have been working with over 20 young people and a dozen volunteering organisations to produc ...
13 May 2024
National & International News | News
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award sees highest ever participation level
More than 330,000 young people started their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) in 2023/24, the charity’s annual statistics reveal – with participants g ...
13 May 2024
Regional News
Metro Mayors & Young People
What our newly elected Mayors have said they will do for young people. West Yorkshire – Tracy Brabin Young people to have more opportunities with clea ...
12 May 2024
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GCSEs start with final bit of post-Covid support
GCSE exams are starting in England and Wales, with students in England given some extra help in maths and science in recognition of the disruption the ...
12 May 2024
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Supporting children at university ‘could cost parents nearly £14,000-a-year
Government maintenance support provided to university students ‘falls short’ of what is needed to cover living costs, a report says. A Minimum Income ...
12 May 2024
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ADCS president: Government needs cross-departmental plan for children
The government must come up with a “coherent plan for children” across all departments with responsibility for services affecting young people, the pr ...
12 May 2024
Opportunities for Youth Workers | YWU News
HAF Providers / Commissioners networking opportunity
On Thursday 27th June the YWU will be hosting two networking events for HAF commissioners and providers. Creating a space for open discussion led by p ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
New Kirklees Youth Alliance Membership Process and Quality for Youth
This week KYA launched their new membership process and quality assurance framework, Quality for Youth. We are looking forward to identifying the cor ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
Kirklees Youth Alliance has started a Voluntary Register of Youth Work Practitioners
To share opportunities more effectively and understand where there are gaps in the workforce. Professional Youth Workers, Youth Support Workers, Youth ...
12 May 2024
National & International News | News
Rise in school sexism down to phones, says union
Sexism is on the rise in schools because of harmful content on children's phones, according to the National Education Union's (NEU) general secretary. ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
Sensory play coming to the Broadway Shopping Centre, Bradford
A new space for those with sensory processing needs is opening in a Bradford shopping centre. The room in The Broadway is opening in collaboration wi ...
12 May 2024
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Boy drowns while swimming near popular picnic site
A 17-year-old boy has died after getting into difficulty while swimming during the hot weather. ...
12 May 2024
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Tech firms told to hide ‘toxic’ content from children
Ofcom has warned social media sites they could be named and shamed - and banned for under-18s - if they fail to comply with new online safety rules. ...
12 May 2024
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‘Ghost children’ attending school as fears grow around missing education
The number of ‘ghost children' in UK schools has shot up since the pandemic, with thousands missing out on school. One pupil for every secondary scho ...
12 May 2024
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School leaders warn of ‘full-blown’ special needs crisis in England
Shortages and funding cuts are causing a “full-blown crisis” in special needs education for children and young people in England, according to school ...
12 May 2024
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From doomscrolling to sex: being a boy in 2024
Catherine Carr travelled the UK interviewing teenage boys. Finding openness, thoughtfulness, honesty and vulnerability on topics from sex to pornogra ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
Free School Meals Campaign continues
For the past two years young people across the Yorkshire and Humber region have been campaigning to extend free school meals and improve their quality ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
North Yorkshire and Humber: Long waits for autism diagnosis
Thousands of patients are waiting months for an autism diagnosis in North Yorkshire and the Humber, figures from NHS England show around 4,545 people ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
Young musicians across the Humber region get £1.7m funding boost
A Humber Music Hub will be set up from September covering both side of the estuary. It will be run by Hull City Council's Music Service in partnershi ...
12 May 2024
Regional News
Talented young people invited to try their hand at running a stall at Halifax Borough Market
Budding market stall holders will be showcasing their creativity and business ideas from 10am until 4pm as Halifax Borough Market hosts the National M ...
6 May 2024
National & International News | News
From doomscrolling to sex: being a boy in 2024
Catherine Carr travelled the UK interviewing teenage boys. Finding openness, thoughtfulness, honesty and vulnerability on topics from sex to pornogra ...
6 May 2024
National & International News | News
Councillor, 18, overwhelmed to win seat
An 18-year-old who has won a council seat for Labour in the local elections said she was "overwhelmed" by her victory. Daisy Creedon-Blakemore, who i ...
6 May 2024
Regional News
A short film demonstrating the power of youth work in local communities
watch this film from McDonalds demonstrating the impact of working in partnership with local youth work providers in Grimsby. ...
4 May 2024
National & International News | News
Stormzy Opens Community Centre as No 10 Criticised for Failing Youth Services
Award-winning rapper Stormzy is “gassed” to be opening a community centre in London that is geared towards helping young people. #MerkyFC HQ, a joint ...
30 April 2024
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Vaping could stunt brain growth in teenagers because of these toxic chemicals
Forget about collapsing lungs and heart failure, vaping could be stunting the growth of teens’ brains due to toxic metals like lead and uranium. Chil ...
30 April 2024
National & International News | News | Resources | Resources for Young People
NCA issues urgent warning about ‘sextortion’ and what to do
The National Crime Agency has issued an alert to hundreds of thousands of education professionals following a considerable increase in global cases of ...
30 April 2024
Regional News
Student fraud warning after ‘so many’ recent cases
The Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit told the BBC it had handled "so many" recent cases involving young adults studying away from ho ...
30 April 2024
Regional News
New Police board tackling cybercrime in Yorkshire, Humber and the North East
A new Police board has been adopted by the North East Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC), a police-led non-profit which tackles cybercrime within the ...
28 April 2024
National & International News
London Care Leavers Travel Concession Now Open
Eligible care leavers aged between 18 and 25, who live in London, can now apply for half price bus and tram travel, after a new travel concession open ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Better Health – Every Mind Matters campaign.
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has recently launched the next phase of the Better Health - Every Mind Matters campaign. Targeted at 16 - ...
28 April 2024
YWU News
Youth Work Practice Training
The in partnership with the National Youth Agency, the Youth Work Unit Yorkshire & the Humber has supported over 50 learners to access Youth Work ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News | Reports
Impact of COVID-19 ‘will affect exam results well into the 2030s,’ A generation at risk Rebalancing education in the post-pandemic era
Educational damage from the COVID-19 pandemic will have an impact on school pupils well into the 2030s, according to a study - A generation at risk R ...
28 April 2024
News | Regional News | Reports
The Effect of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Young People’s Mental Health and wellbeing
This paper from York St John University, reports on a research project exploring the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on secondary school children's ...
28 April 2024
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Girlguiding launches plan to reduce environmental anxieties among children
Girlguiding has launched a new environmental strategy designed to reduce environment-based anxieties facing children. Read more here ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News
Hundreds of young people to reveal lasting effects of the Covid-19 pandemic
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry will hear from hundreds of young people about the lasting effects of the Covid-19 pandemic to form legal evidence for future ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Young People | Opportunities for Youth Workers
Become manifesto for care-experienced young people
Become have co-produced with care experienced young people a manifesto and are asking young people to add their signatures to our Open Letter, which i ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News | Opportunities for Young People | Reports
The Diana Award’s new Youth Voice in Politics Research
The Diana Awards are conducting this research to understand young people’s perspectives of the current landscape, identify barriers to political enga ...
28 April 2024
Regional News
Hull City Council achieves national recognition for its revolutionary approach to children’s homes
More children staying close to home and children’s homes that don’t look like children’s homes: Hull City Council has taken an innovative approach to ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News
Rishi Sunak Sets Out Plans to Tackle ‘Sick Note Culture’
Rishi Sunak wants to strip GPs of their power to sign people off work as part of a plan to tackle what he calls the UK's "sick note culture". The pri ...
28 April 2024
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BBC Children in Need and McDonald’s UK – Makin’ It
BBC Children in Need and McDonald’s UK have launched Makin’ It – a nationwide initiative to better support young people and unlock genuine opportunit ...
28 April 2024
National & International News | News
England child alcohol use tops global chart, finds WHO report
A third of 11-year-olds and more than half of 13-year-olds in England have drunk alcohol - putting it top out of 44 countries examined in a report by ...
23 April 2024
YWU News
How can you use monitoring from your HAF provision to support wider work and evidence your case for funding?
We all know HAF is a great opportunity to engage young people in positive activities providing safer places, food, and an opportunity to spend time wi ...
23 April 2024
YWU News
Remembering Sue Atkins – advocate and champion of youth work
The Youth Work Unit Yorkshire and the Humber CIO is saddened to hear of the death of Sue Atkins, a former Chair of our Board and a driving force behi ...
22 April 2024
YWU News
Y&H Youth Hustings for Metro Mayors
Over the past week, over 50 young people have participated in Youth Hustings organised by the YWU Youth Board and youth combined assemblies in each ar ...
22 April 2024
YWU News
Y&H region Youth Voice Social Action Welcome and Induction Day
On Saturday over 70 young people and workers gathered in York for our annual Youth Voice Social Action Welcome and Induction day. Planned and facilit ...
18 April 2024
National & International News | News
Programme launches to distribute £3.6mn to support care leavers
A programme that will see £3.6 million handed to care leavers initiatives across England has been launched. The money is being distributed by 17 comm ...
18 April 2024
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Councils face £300mn shortfall in youth homelessness funding
English local authorities are facing an annual shortfall of £332 million in youth homelessness funding, economists have warned. Rising costs to meet ...
18 April 2024
National & International News | News
Youth work improvement initiative to tackle ‘fragmentation’ of services
An initiative is launching that aims to gather the views of a cross-sector group of 10,000 professionals to find ways to improve support for young pe ...
16 April 2024
YWU News
Free Introduction to Youth Work Supervision Workshop
A free practical introduction to youth work Supervision practice on Thursday 18th April 11 am - 2 pm. Join colleagues, to develop your skills and unde ...
16 April 2024
Regional News
Regional Impact and Quality Network – HAF evidencing and measuring impact
The YWU are holding their next Regional Impact and Quality Network Meeting Thursday 25th April 10am - 11.30am on zoom. It is an ideal opportunity for ...
15 April 2024
National & International News | News
MPs launch call for care leavers to share experience of services
Cross-party MPs are encouraging people to share their experiences of children’s social care as part of their investigation into how the government co ...
15 April 2024
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Children living near Sure Start centres did better at GCSEs, study suggests
Children from low-income families who grew up near a Sure Start centre did better than their peers at GCSEs, says the Institute for Fiscal Studies (I ...
15 April 2024
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Budgets To Support Visually Impaired Children Slashed by Councils
The results of a Freedom of Information request sent to all councils in England by sight loss charity the Royal National Institute of Blind People (R ...
15 April 2024
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Government refused emergency funding to British Youth Council before closure
But the government is ‘absolutely’ committed to BYC’s UK Youth Parliament programme, the charities minister says. The DCMS was informed of the BYC’s ...
10 April 2024
National & International News | News
Child-first coaching to support young people’s mental health
Established by the Children’s Coaching Collaborative – a collection of organisations including Sport England, Mind, Unicef and StreetGames – Play The ...
8 April 2024
YWU News
Partnership Workshop Doncaster
Three weeks ago with the support of the YPFT we held our first partnership network workshop in Doncaster. Twenty people came together to explore all t ...
8 April 2024
YWU News
YWU Youth Voice Social Action
Over the past few months, young people from across the region have been taking part in elections, for their Youth Councils / Forums /Parliaments and s ...
8 April 2024
National & International News | News
Charity sector income rises to £90bn despite sharp drop in government grants
Charities in England and Wales saw their income collectively rise by 8.5% to £90.3bn in 2022, despite a significant drop in government grants, accord ...
6 April 2024
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AO boss calls on UK government to fix ‘broken’ youth services
AO founder and chief executive John Roberts has called on the government to fix the UK’s “broken” youth services by spending £1bn a year on youth pro ...
6 April 2024
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Kent Youth Clubs Close After Council Funding Cuts
Kent County Council (KCC) ended funding for commissioned youth services – where outside organisations provide activities – from April, in a move to s ...
6 April 2024
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Teachers’ Union Leader Calls for Inquiry into Misogyny Among Young Men In UK
The leader of the UK’s largest education union has called for an independent inquiry into the rise of sexism and misogyny among boys and young men, s ...
6 April 2024
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Young People struggle to find employment
Young people can barely get through an interview – let alone become valuable employees, according to an article in the Telegraph. Also see A third o ...
6 April 2024
Opportunities for Young People | Regional News | YWU News
Metro Mayoral Youth Hustings
Three Combined Authorities Areas have Metro Mayor Elections on 2nd May. Join young people from West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, and York and North Yo ...
3 April 2024
National & International News | News
Barnardo’s B-Wild project helping young people back into education
Young people struggling to attend school and to develop relationships with their peers are being helped back into education and are learning to open ...
3 April 2024
National & International News | News
The Youth Work Evidence Alliance (YWEA)
A new coalition of youth work organisations, researchers and local authorities has been set up to better evaluate the impact of the sector on young p ...
1 April 2024
Regional News
ITV News Lost Generations Story
ITV News has carried out an investigation into how cuts to youth services have coincided with rising violence. Here they have pulled together a 30 mi ...
1 April 2024
National & International News | Reports
MOVING FORWARD WITH YOUTH WORK: AN AGENDA FOR CHANGE
A review of youth work policy and practice over the current parliament has set out a series of recommendations for how to reform services under a new ...
1 April 2024
National & International News | News
Youngsters using porn to learn with sex education ‘failing young people
Young people are learning about sex from online pornography because conventional sex education is "failing" them, MPs have said, amid a surge of sexu ...
1 April 2024
National & International News | News
Government moves family support programme to DfE
In April 2024, the ownership of the Supporting Families programme will move from the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) to t ...
1 April 2024
National & International News | News
Girlguiding to continue to support British Overseas Territories
British Girlguiding Overseas (BGO) closed on 1 September 2023, along with units in the Middle East and Africa, Asia, Benelux and France and Europe. ...
28 March 2024
Opportunities for Young People | YWU News
York & North Yorkshire Mayoral Youth Hustings
This activity is being planned by members of the Yorkshire and Humber Youth Board and York and North Yorkshire Youth Combined Assembly - both represen ...
25 March 2024
Opportunities for Young People | YWU News
West Yorkshire Mayoral Youth Hustings
This activity is being planned by members of the Yorkshire and Humber Youth Board and West Yorkshire Youth Collective - both representative youth bodi ...
24 March 2024
National & International News | News
School Readiness Survey
One in four children starting school in England and Wales are not toilet-trained, according to teachers who now spend a third of their day supporting ...
24 March 2024
News | Regional News
Fears for future of youth work in Yorkshire
The sector is battling to attract enough new people into the profession as university courses continue to close Read more here ...
24 March 2024
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North East Youth organisations receive grant to pilot enrichment scheme
As part of a pilot from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Department for Education’s, NE Youth and Youth Focus: North East - the fo ...
23 March 2024
News | Regional News
Funding for Degree Apprenticeships will help promote Youth Work as a career
Leeds Beckett University has been successful in gaining funding to help open up exciting opportunities for a life-changing career in youth work. Read ...
23 March 2024
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NYA – 2024 Manifesto
The National Youth Agency’s six-point manifesto calls on national government to ensure all young people have access to the youth provision they need, ...
23 March 2024
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Only one in 10 children believes politicians prioritise their needs – poll
A poll, commissioned by a coalition of youth and education organisations, found that more than half (57%) of young people aged between eight and 17 f ...
23 March 2024
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300,000 More UK Children Fell Into Absolute Poverty At Height of Cost of Living Crisis
About 300,000 more children were plunged into absolute poverty in a single year at the height of the cost-of-living crisis amid soaring levels of hun ...
23 March 2024
YWU News
The Network of Regional Youth Work Units for England
the NRYWU are saddened by the news of the closure of the British Youth Council. Many of the Units have worked in partnership with BYC for over a deca ...
23 March 2024
National & International News | News
British Youth Council to Close Following Seven Decades of Youth Voice
The British Youth Council is sad to announce its permanent closure after more than 75 years of championing the voices of young people. Speaking on b ...
18 March 2024
YWU News
Impact and Quality Network next meeting
Come and join us at the next Regional Impact and Quality Network* meeting - Thursday 25th April 10am - 11.30am online Topic: HAF evidencing delivery ...
18 March 2024
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Councils are spending over £200 per person more on children’s services
Councils call for ‘honest discussion’ on what they should be expected to deliver as new data reveals local authorities spend two-thirds of their budg ...
17 March 2024
National & International News | News
Discover the latest insights into the challenges facing local government in our newest podcast episode
As councils grapple with financial strains and increasing demands from communities, join us as Cllr Pete Marland, Chair of the LGA’s Economy and Reso ...
17 March 2024
News | Regional News
Bradford: Outdoor centre to close as part of budget cuts
Bradford councillors have agreed to sell off an outdoor residential centre for children as part of £40 million worth of cuts to its budget. Read more ...
17 March 2024
National & International News | News
National Social Proscribing Day – recognises young people
Social prescribing is suited to all age groups, but it is especially important for children and youth, as it is well understood that this population ...
17 March 2024
YWU News
RYCA at the Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission Climate Talking Point event
Amogh, a member of RYCA (Regional Youth Climate Assembly) presented a youth view at the Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission Climate Talking Point ...
16 March 2024
National & International News | News
YoungMinds receives biggest ever grant from Paul Hamlyn Foundation to support young people to lead change in mental health
Leading mental health charity YoungMinds has received a £5million grant over ten years from Paul Hamlyn Foundation to support the design and delivery ...
16 March 2024
News | Regional News
THE EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHED TO ENHANCE CRIME EDUCATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE HUMBER REGION
he Education Partnership, a collaborative initiative uniting partners from the Humber region, has officially been launched to enhance crime education ...
16 March 2024
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Fears for city’s youth as clubs face budget cuts
Youth workers in Birmingham have accused the city council of a “veiled attempt to dismantle their service”, leaving them feeling “overwhelmed and aba ...
16 March 2024
National & International News | News
More than a fifth of UK adults not looking for work
More than a fifth of working-age adults in the UK are deemed not to be actively looking for work, figures suggest. Long-term illness has been cited a ...
9 March 2024
YWU News
Regional Roadshow with the NYA
on the 8th March the NYA in partnership with the YWU Y&H hosted the annual roadshow with over 60 members of the region's Youth Work Sector attend ...
9 March 2024
National & International News | News
Breaking Stereotypes – Navigating Misogyny with Young Men
Youth workers understand that adolescents’ understanding of masculinity is informed by the different influences and cultures they are exposed to. The ...
9 March 2024
News | Regional News
Bradford Council: ‘Lack of trust’ between authority and organisation running children’s services
The relationship between Bradford Council and the trust that runs children’s services in the city is blighted by tensions around spending and at risk ...
9 March 2024
News | Regional News
The Youth Select Committee have launched their report investigating the cost of living’s impact on young people’s health and wellbeing
Youth Select Committee calls for Government action to support young people through the cost of living crisis. The “one-size-fits all approach” to sup ...
9 March 2024
National & International News | News
How the power of service can tackle rising NEET numbers
Getting more young people into work and supporting their communities can help boost economic outcomes and the life chances of thousands of young peop ...
9 March 2024
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Birmingham Councillors Approve £100m Cuts to Children and Families Services
Services for children, young people and families in Birmingham face a funding drop of more than £100 million after councillors approved what are thou ...
9 March 2024
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Spring Budget 2024
Announcing his Budget for 2024, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt announced £45 million funding for local authorities to create 200 additional ...
4 March 2024
National & International News | News
Gen Z Suffering ‘Unprecedented Levels of Burnout,’ Warns HR Lead
A leading HR provider has called on companies to “act fast” or face “unprecedented levels of burnout” among younger Gen Z employees in their 20s. New ...
2 March 2024
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Care Leavers in London, have half price bus and tram travel
Eligible care leavers aged between 18 and 25, who live in London, can now apply for half price bus and tram travel, after a new travel concession ope ...
2 March 2024
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DCMS and National Citizen Service Trust co-fund UK Year of Service
DCMS and the National Citizen Service Trust will co-fund the next cohort of the UK Year of Service, providing placements to at least 100 young people. The UK Year of Service is a unique opportunity that places 18 - 24 year olds into socially beneficial job roles, connecting them to paid work that pays back, and provides them with wraparound support. Placement partners will design and deliver opportunities for young people who are furthest from the labour market, with a particular focus on young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET). The next cohort’s placements will be across the North West, North East and Yorkshire & Humber.
2 March 2024
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New KYA Membership Process and Quality for Youth
KYA are delighted to be launching our new membership process along with an enhanced Members' Directory on our website in March. There are three main reasons for the changes: 1) We want to be clear to everyone that we are a youth work charity and that our focus is on working with organisations who align with professional youth work principles. 2) We are introducing "Quality for Youth", our bespoke quality assurance framework, starting with the Bronze Q4Y Standard which will be integrated into the membership process. This will tell families and stakeholders that our Member delivery organisations have met basic compliance standards. 3) We want families and practitioners to be able to search more effectively for organisations delivering youth work across Kirklees.
2 March 2024
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MPs debate youth funding
MPs debate youth funding - watch the 30 min debate watch here ...
2 March 2024
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Scouts putting ‘the lives of young people at risk’, warns coroner
The Scout Association lacks a “culture of candour” and is “institutionally defensive”, a coroner has warned following the death of a 16-year-old boy who fell from a beauty spot in Wales while on a trip with the organisation.
2 March 2024
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Backbone Fund – £2 million to ‘backbone’ organisations in civil society
PHF announces 9 new grants totalling £2 million, made through the latest round of the Backbone Fund. This is the seventh year of the invitation-only fund, which looks to support organisations who are advocates, connectors and networks working to shape a more equitable future.
2 March 2024
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Department of Health & Social Care – Extra Funding for Early Support Hubs
• Thousands of children and young people will receive earlier, easy access mental health interventions at 24 hubs in local communities. The drop-in centres offer mental health support and advice to young people without a referral by a doctor or school. Services provided include group work, counselling, psychological therapies, specialist advice and signposting to information and other services.
2 March 2024
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HOME, Barnsley
Chilypep have some exciting news to share!! HOME, Barnsley is one of 24 Hubs across the country to share in £8 million funding for early support hubs to help children and young people receive better mental health support across the country. The government announced in October 2023 that £4.92 million would be available for 10 early support hubs. It is now providing an additional £3 million to expand the number of hubs to 24 across the country - ranging from Exeter to Liverpool. The £8 million overall package will improve access for children and young people to vital mental health support, offering early interventions to improve wellbeing before their condition escalates further. HOME, Barnsley is delighted to have been successful in securing this funding for the young people of Barnsley and it will go towards continuing to support the Wellbeing Programme here at HOME, ensuring we can continue to offer a range of services, including group work, 1-2-1 support, counselling and signposting.
29 February 2024
YWU News
We are growing our team
Final report for year two of Authoring Our Own Stories. Year two focussed on ex industrial and mining communities, specifically exploring civic identity with young people growing up in these areas in our region
26 February 2024
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Guide to Qualifications and Training: Youth Work
In the past, youth work was mainly delivered by local authorities but today is provided by a range of organisations such as housing programmes, volun ...
26 February 2024
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First recipients of DCMS enrichment partnership announced
The first group of organisations to benefit from a £2.7 million pilot to deliver enrichment activities for young people has been announced. The NCS T ...
26 February 2024
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Compulsory reporting of child sexual abuse ‘must be properly funded’
The Home Secretary's plans to push through a law requiring professionals working with young people to report child sexual abuse must be "properly fun ...
26 February 2024
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Sector split over guidance on mobile phone ban in schools
Some sector leaders have commended the publication of new government guidance on the use of mobile phones in schools over its focus on tackling behav ...
26 February 2024
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LGA responds to the Children’s Commissioner report
The LGA is calling for a register of children not in school, accompanied by powers for councils to check children are receiving a suitable education. ...
19 February 2024
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Housing Association Under Fire Over ‘No Care Leavers’ Advert
The Guinness Partnership’s advert for a two-bed flat in Baguley, Greater Manchester – which has now been removed – read “sensitive let: No history of ...
19 February 2024
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First private youth hormone clinic approved by health regulator
The first private hormone clinic for transgender and non-binary youth has been approved by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Meaning it can now prescribe hormones to patients aged 16+ following psychological assessment.
19 February 2024
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Poor mental health in children ‘spiralling out of control’
Nurse leaders are urging the government to invest in health visiting services to reduce the rates of mental health problems that are “spiralling out of control” in babies, children and young people.
19 February 2024
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Gordon Brown slams ‘obscene’ levels of destitution in the UK
He described Britain as “haunted by poverty we thought had been consigned to history”. The situation was deteriorating for destitute families whose children lacked proper clothing, or had to share beds, whose parents felt shame because they could not provide and feared their children would be taken into care as a result, he said.
19 February 2024
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Sadiq Khan Launches Inclusion Charter To Help Tackle Rising Suspensions and Absenteeism
The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has launched London’s first Inclusion Charter to help tackle rising suspensions and absenteeism in schools. The charter has been developed by the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) in partnership with young people, schools, parents and carers and education specialists and is centred on inclusive practice. Government figures show that the equivalent of 1,430 children each day lost learning in London in 2021/22 due to suspension or persistent absenteeism – up 71% on pre-pandemic levels in 2018/19. An Ofsted report on knife crime also showed children excluded from school were twice as likely to carry a knife, while separate research highlights one in two of the prison population were excluded as children.
19 February 2024
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English Councils Increase Spending on Youth Services
Spending on youth services by English local authorities rose by three per cent in 2022/23 but is still 73 per cent below levels seen in 2010/11, latest analysis by YMCA reveals.
19 February 2024
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20,000 More Young People to Access New and Renovated Youth Clubs
Young people in villages, towns and cities across England are set to benefit from 140 new or refurbished youth centres from the Youth Investment Fund.
19 February 2024
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Girls and gangs: radical approach to break cycle of violence
Tens of thousands of girls across England are at risk of serious violence and exploitation, often within gangs. But they’re largely ''invisible'' to the authorities because the majority of gang-reduction programmes are aimed at boys. One charity is embedding youth workers in clinics to try and reach these women and girls - offering a way out of a cycle of abuse and criminality.
12 February 2024
National & International News | Reports
75% of parents of children under five years old are anxious about their child’s mental health
The new survey has revealed that 3 in 4 UK parents with children under five are anxious about their child’s emotional and mental wellbeing. Read the ...
12 February 2024
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Gender-related self-reported mental health inequalities
New research suggests that transgender people are 5x more likely to have a long-term mental health condition compared to cisgender people, and more likely to have their mental health needs unmet by their GP.
12 February 2024
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Monthly referrals to children’s mental health services reach record high
Latest NHS data, analysed by YoungMinds, shows that the number of open referrals to Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services is the highest on record.
12 February 2024
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Bridging gaps and changing tracks: Supporting racially minoritised young people transitioning to adulthood
Improved partnerships between justice services and youth workers are needed to better support racially minoritised young people when they transition between children’s and adult services, according to a report.
12 February 2024
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Social prescribing
Social prescribing: Moving pediatric care upstream to improve child health and wellbeing and address child health inequities.
12 February 2024
National & International News | Reports
Youth Justice Statistics: 2022 to 2023
The number of children entering the youth justice system has increased for the first time in 10 years, with more younger children becoming known to services.
12 February 2024
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Children’s social work caseloads growing increasingly complex
Study finds growth over past decade in share of cases involving multiple factors, including where children face risks inside and outside the home and domestic abuse is combined with other concern. A lack of joined up working with children’s social care and education settings is contributing to inconsistencies in addressing the needs of babies, children and young people in local health plans, according to research.
12 February 2024
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UK Trauma Council – Childhood Trauma, War, Migration and Asylum
The UK Trauma Council (UKTC), a project of Anna Freud, has produced a short animation to support children and young people affected by trauma after war and conflict. The UKTC has also produced toolkits for professionals working in the UK with children and young people who have sought refuge and asylum, often as a result of war and conflict
12 February 2024
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The Prince’s Trust – NatWest Youth Index 2024
The Youth Index is an annual research report based on a YouGov survey of 2,239 16- to 25-year-olds across the UK, gauging young people’s confidence and happiness across a range of areas, from their physical and mental health to money and working life
12 February 2024
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Youth unemployment increased in 2023
Youth unemployment increased in 2023, after a period of improvement in 2022, according to data by the ONS and Trust for London
12 February 2024
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Centre for Social Justice – Criminal Exploitation Report
he typical understanding many people have of modern slavery involves foreign nationals exploited in prostitution or forced to work in inhumane conditions under threats and violence. Yet the most prevalent form of modern slavery in the UK reported by the Home Office over the past four years primarily involves the exploitation of British nationals, mostly teenagers and vulnerable adults, forced, coerced or groomed into committing crime for someone else’s benefit known as ‘criminal exploitation
4 February 2024
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Commissioner calls for radical rehaul of the SEND system
Children’s commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza is calling for “radical reform” of the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system to ensure delays around support for families are addressed
4 February 2024
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Youth Charities Issue Mental Health Improvements Plea to Politicians
Members of the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Coalition have issued the plea to improve support for the around one in five young people in the UK who have a mental health problem. An estimated three quarters of young people in need of support face delays getting help, which is worsening their mental health, the coalition warns.
4 February 2024
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Disposable Vapes to Be Banned for Children’s Health, Government Says
Disposable vapes are set to be banned as part of plans to tackle the rising number of young people taking up vaping, the government says.
4 February 2024
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Young People Contact Childline About AI Related Sexual Abuse, Bullying and Misinformation
NSPCC have joined forces with Common Sense Media to help keep children safe online and understand the impact of generative AI on children. This alliance comes as children have been reaching out to the Childline service with concerns about generative AI, including sexual abuse, bullying, and misinformation. The partnership will advocate for children, making sure their experiences and safety are central to decision-making by tech companies and regulators, as well as at the front of global policymakers minds. The NSPCC will also be rolling out education programmes to increase digital literacy skills in schools to help school leaders teach children invaluable lessons about navigating the constantly evolving tech landscape in which they live in. Children can call Childline on 0800 1111 or message a counsellor on the 1-2-1 chat service if they need someone to talk to.
4 February 2024
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Labour Pledges New Youth Hubs in Plan to Tackle Knife Crime
The Labour Party has reiterated proposals for a network of youth hubs across the UK in a bid to reduce knife crime among young people. If elected the party would introduce Young Futures, the programme would include the creation of as many as 90 youth hubs across the country and youth mental health hubs in every community
29 January 2024
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New data reveals North/South divide of children hit by two-child limit on benefits
The North West, North East, Yorkshire & Humber and the West Midlands have the highest percentage of children affected by the two-child limit across the UK. The data also reveals a strong correlation between the two-child limit and areas with high rates of child poverty.
29 January 2024
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Independent assurance review of the effectiveness of multi-agency responses to child sexual exploitation in Greater Manchester
Rochdale Council and police failed to protect children at risk of sexual exploitation in the Greater Manchester town more than a decade ago, an independent review has found
29 January 2024
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The Children’s Commissioner for England – Digital playgrounds: Children’s views on video gaming
The Children’s Commissioner for England has published a report looking at children’s views on video gaming. Findings from a survey of 8- to 17-year-olds in England show around two thirds of children viewed video games as beneficial to children’s health and wellbeing
29 January 2024
National & International News | Reports
Youth Justice Statistics: 2022 to 2023
This publication looks at the data for the youth justice system in England and Wales for the year ending March 2023. Key findings: In the year to 31 March 2023, the number of children entering the justice system for the first time increased by one per cent on the previous year to 8,400 – the first increase since 2012.
29 January 2024
National & International News | Reports
Politicians don’t understand us, say nation’s children.
New data released by the Children’s Charities Coalition highlights that children feel politicians don’t understand their lives and aren’t listening to them as the country prepares for a General Election
29 January 2024
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THE NEW CLIMATE DENIAL
Third Of UK Teenagers Believe Climate Change Exaggerated, Report Shows The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has found that most climate denial videos on YouTube push the idea that climate solutions do not work, climate science and the climate movement are unreliable, or that the effects of global heating are beneficial or harmless. The report also included the results of a nationally representative survey conducted by polling company Survation which found 31% of UK respondents aged 13 to 17 agreed with the statement “Climate change and its effects are being purposefully overexaggerated”. This rose to 37% of teenagers categorised as heavy users of social media, meaning they reported using any one platform for more than four hours a day
28 January 2024
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Consumption of energy drinks by children and young people: a systematic review examining evidence of physical effects and consumer attitudes
More Evidence to Ban Energy Drinks for Children, Study Finds The sale of all energy drinks to young people and children in the UK should be banned, says a review of the latest evidence on their effects on health. It highlighted links to more risks than previously found, such as anxiety, stress and suicidal thoughts.
28 January 2024
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Care leavers face more anxiety, financial difficulties and discrimination in Sheffield, survey finds
Young people leaving care in Sheffield have said they are stigmatised and face more anxiety, financial difficulties and discrimination due to their upbringing. It comes after a survey came back with some concerning results about how care leavers feel in Sheffield compared with their peers who hadn’t been in care. Several care leavers told Sheffield City Council members that they faced the additional struggles, with the survey revealing, among others, that almost one in three “felt the things they did in life were not worthwhile”.
28 January 2024
Regional News
Regional Youth Climate Champion Awards
Call for Yorkshire's young climate champions The Regional Youth Climate Assembly for Yorkshire and Humber (RYCA) are hosting the first Yorkshire and Humber wide Youth Climate Champion Awards in recognition of the amazing work of young climate activists and advocates across the region. They have partnered with University of Leeds’ Priestley Centre for Climate Futures, Yorkshire and Humber Climate Commission, The Ernest Cook Trust, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, The North York Moors National Park and the Youth Work Unit Yorkshire and the Humber CIO . Nominations are open for Individual young people (aged 11-24) and youth groups under five categories reflecting the Youth Green Deal Manifesto.
28 January 2024
YWU News
AUTHORING OUR OWN STORIES 2023
Final report for year two of Authoring Our Own Stories. Year two focussed on ex industrial and mining communities, specifically exploring civic identity with young people growing up in these areas in our region
23 January 2024
National & International News | Reports
GROWING STRONGER TOGETHER
Racism being experienced by children is impacting their emotional wellbeing and putting them at greater risk of mental health difficulties and behavioural problems, according to researchers the research found that “racism wore away at children’s wellbeing”
23 January 2024
Regional News
Regional Youth Voice Awards
Saturday saw the regional voice awards hosted at Leeds Beckett University. Two sets of awards were presented by Stuart Andrew MP, Steve Duncan Deputy ...
23 January 2024
Regional News
ITV News Lost Generations Story
ITV News has carried out an investigation into how cuts to youth services have coincided with rising violence. Here they have pulled together a 30 mi ...
16 January 2024
National & International News
New Cyber Explorers Cup competition launched for pupils across the UK to boost their tech skills
Schools from every corner of the UK are invited to test their tech skills for the chance to be crowned Cyber Explorer champions, Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has announced. The Cyber Explorers Cup kicked off on Wednesday 6 December giving pupils between 11 and 14 years the opportunity to compete in cyber security challenges.
16 January 2024
National & International News
Children must understand risk as UK schools say pupils abusing AI
Initial reports show schoolchildren in the UK are now using AI to generate indecent images of other children, with experts warning urgent action is needed to help children understand the risks of making this sort of imagery..
16 January 2024
National & International News
Young People Turning to AI Therapist Bots
These are just some of the millions of artificial intelligence (AI) personas that are available to talk to on Character.ai - a popular platform where anyone can create chatbots based on fictional or real people. And one bot has been more in demand than those above, called Psychologist.
16 January 2024
National & International News
Youth workers have key role in reforming secondary education, peer says
A shift away from the current secondary school education system to a “more well-rounded” curriculum designed to equip children for the modern world would require input from “the entire children’s workforce”, with a particular focus on youth workers, a peer has said.
15 January 2024
National & International News
Child sexual offences remain ‘close to record levels’, NSPCC figures show
The number of child sexual offences being recorded by police has fallen slightly over the last year, but remains “close to record levels”, according to analysis by the NSPCC.
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