Young people have a lot to think about growing up. Exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity should be a positive experience for all young people, including lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans young people. It isn’t always easy to know how best to support a young person as they begin to think about who they […]
Detached youth work creates a unique environment for non-formal and social education to take place within the community. From building confidence and teamwork to developing life and employability skills, detached work tackles the issues in the places young people choose to meet. This workshop is for anyone new to street based youth work. Exploring the […]
Preparing for Statutory RSE - Selfies, Sexting & Social Media According to statistics the average adult in the UK has at least three social media accounts, changing the way we communicate forever. Leading the digital revolution are young people, both as consumers and content providers. But as the choice of social media platforms increases, along […]
When compared to children or adults, young people are more likely to engage in binge drinking, drug use, criminal or anti-social behaviour, hate or knife crime and risky sexual behaviour. This 3-hour online course aims to give facilitators a unique framework when working with young people. With a perfect blend of theory and practical skills that you can use with young people. This training consists of real-time sessions & techniques, discussion groups and opportunities to practice and […]
Detached youth work creates a unique environment for non-formal and social education to take place within the community. This workshop considers developing effective street-based projects, setting and maintaining boundaries on the street, staying safe and working together effectively. It also offers good practice guidelines, including staying safe on the streets, maintaining boundaries and confidentiality in […]
Who could have predicted the effect that Covid-19 would have on our lives and the impact on our young people's drug use? Some thought that our young people would relish the break from all their mundane commitments . But we have been faced with a hard task. Those everyday social interactions that we rely on, […]
Children’s mental health is a serious area of concern – around 10% of children are now reported to have a diagnosable mental health condition and of these, most report delays in accessing appropriate help.
Preparing for statutory RSE: We need to talk about the impact of pornography With easy access to free online porn and a growing number of young people claiming to be regular consumers, especially during lockdown, the need for high quality RSE has never been more important. This webinar aims to support teachers, youth workers and […]
Detached youth work has long been recognised as an effective way to engage those young people considered vulnerable or 'at risk' who choose not to access building based youth provision. In the past few months this has been especially true with lockdown restrictions in place and a media focus on young people in relation to […]
Covid 19 & Beyond : New Trends of Violence Amongst Young People Gang Conference October 2020 Gain information, knowledge, & outcome‐driven practices that engage & empower those in local communities with chronic & emerging gang issues to create comprehensive solutions to prevent gang violence, reduce gang involvement, & suppress gang‐related crime. This conference brings together […]
In a year like no other, from lockdown restrictions to the impact of the pandemic on relationships, education and future career prospects, many young people are feeling confused, frustrated and anxious. Peer mentoring programmes, providing one-to-one support with a well-trained role model of a similar age, create safe spaces for young people to meet, talk […]
Being friendly, accessible & responsive while acting with integrity. Youth work takes a holistic approach with young people. The second workshop in this series explores young people's development, the issues that affect them and how to respond appropriately to need. It provides a basic understanding of challenging behaviour and explores the principles for working safely […]
Targeted youth support is specific, tailored interventions aimed at young people and their families who need extra provision on top of universally provided services. They work with each young person from their own starting point, drawing in partners, peer and parents as appropriate, challenging and enabling them to understand the consequences of their actions .The […]
Lockdown restrictions and the slow lifting of them has been challenging for everyone, including young people. For some this has resulted in increased tensions at home, difficulty expressing emotions and aggression, impacting on mental health and emotional wellbeing. As we begin the journey back to normal life, this webinar aims to develop an understanding of […]
Explore work with young women and better understand issues such as equality, radicalised harassment, sexual violence From social media and celebrity culture to pornography, politics to sports, girls and young woman are bombarded with conflicting with messages about what it means to grow up female in the UK today. This webinar offers ideas to motivate […]
Violent radicalisation is among the most pervasive challenges of our time. While it is not confined to any age, sex, group or community, young people are particularly vulnerable to the messages of violent extremists and terrorist organisations This 3-hour online course aims to give facilitators a deep insight on radicalisation so they are better prepared […]
Detached youth work creates a unique environment for non-formal and social education to take place within the community. From building confidence and teamwork to developing life and employability skills, detached work tackles the issues in the places young people choose to meet. The first in our unique series of detached online webinars; this workshop […]
Detached youth work creates a unique environment for non-formal and social education to take place within the community. The second in our unique series of detached online webinars; This workshop considers developing effective street-based projects to build positive relationships with young people who choose not to use building-based provision. We look at the challenges […]
Detached youth work has long been recognised as an effective way to engage those young people considered vulnerable or 'at risk' who choose not to access building based youth provision. In the past few months this has been especially true with lockdown restrictions in place and a media focus on young people in relation to […]
Vulnerable young people who are exploited or manipulated into committing crimes are victims in need of safeguarding & support. Whilst interventions for these are increasingly more available, young people are still often criminalised & regarded as having ‘made a choice’ to take part in illegal activity. This unique 3-hour interactive training looks at young […]
Building resilience is a huge part of development. Young people are resilient, they cope better during or after difficult situations. They ‘bounce back’ when things go wrong. Young people need resilience to navigate life’s ups and downs. Resilience education gives children and young people the opportunity to develop a range of social and emotional skills that can […]
Lockdown restrictions and the slow lifting of them has been challenging for everyone, including you ... Even with a strong understanding of your emotions and how you typically react, it's important to analyse them regularly. As professionals we are skilled at caring for our children and young people, providing a safe place and someone to […]
Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) is something that anyone working with and/or living with children and young people should have knowledge of to help keep them safe. This online workshop has been designed to raise awareness about the complexities of CSE and develop the skills to identify and respond appropriately. This includes what the term means, […]
Who could have predicted the effect that Covid-19 would have on our lives and the impact on our young people's drug use? Some thought that our young people would relish the break from all their mundane commitments . But we have been faced with a hard task. Those everyday social interactions that we rely on, […]
Children’s mental health is a serious area of concern – around 10% of children are now reported to have a diagnosable mental health condition and of these, most report delays in accessing appropriate help.
