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SUMMARY:Standing Together In Solidarity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next session in the Standing Together in Solidarity series.  \n\n\n\nThese Reflection and Collective Care sessions are co-hosted by UK Youth\, the National Youth Agency and the Network of Regional Youth Work Units and the Muslim Youth Alliance.  \n\n\n\nThis session will feature guest talk from Regional Ethnic Minority Youth (REMY); a group of young people from global majority ethnic communities within Yorkshire and Humber. Their main focus is on identifying specific issues faced by young people of colour\, and working to address and find solutions for these issues.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/standing-together-in-solidarity/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T120000
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Connect - Drugs\, Risk and Reality: Building Safer Responses with Young People
DESCRIPTION:Young people are increasingly exposed to drugs\, and youth work plays a critical role in helping them stay safe. This interactive online session explores what really works in practice\, moving beyond fear-based approaches towards evidence informed\, relationship-based harm reduction. \n\n\n\nOur role is not simply prevention\, it is reducing harm\, supporting decision-making\, and keeping young people safe in the reality they live in. \n\n\n\nThis interactive session brings the youth sector together to explore how we can support young people safely and realistically\, using evidence-based approaches grounded in youth work principles. \n\n\n\nRather than focusing solely on prevention\, this session will explore how we can:  \n\n\n\n\nReduce harm and support informed decision-making \n\n\n\nRespond to risk while maintaining relationships \n\n\n\nMove beyond fear-based or one-off approaches \n\n\n\nBuild practical\, consistent responses rooted in young peoples lived realities \n\n\n\n\nParticipants will engage in discussion\, shared reflection and case-based exploration\, with opportunities to learn from sector expertise and peer practice \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will be joined at this Youth Work Connect by:
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-drugs-risk-and-reality-building-safer-responses-with-young-people/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260619T130651Z
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SUMMARY:Enrichment Entitlement and Benchmarks: New Opportunities for the Youth Sector
DESCRIPTION:The Department for Education’s new Enrichment Benchmarks\, published in June 2026\, mark a significant shift in how schools and colleges will approach enrichment from September 2026 onwards. \n\n\n\nFor youth sector organisations\, this presents a major opportunity. As education settings look to expand and strengthen their enrichment offer\, youth organisations are well placed to bring expertise\, trusted relationships\, and high-quality opportunities that help young people thrive. \n\n\n\nJoin this webinar to explore what the Enrichment Entitlement and Benchmarks mean in practice\, how they may influence local priorities and partnerships\, and where the youth sector can play a leading role. \n\n\n\nYou’ll hear from organisations already working successfully with schools and colleges\, gain insights into how strong partnerships have been developed\, and have the opportunity to discuss the opportunities and challenges emerging in your own area. Together\, we’ll explore how the youth sector can help shape local enrichment ecosystems and ensure more young people benefit from meaningful enrichment opportunities. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nA practical overview of the Enrichment Entitlement and Benchmarks\, and why they matter for youth sector organisations.\n\n\n\nCase studies showcasing successful partnerships between schools\, colleges and youth organisations\, including how these relationships were established and sustained.\n\n\n\nFacilitated discussions on the opportunities\, challenges and gaps participants are seeing in their local communities.\n\n\n\nTime to reflect on your organisation’s potential role in local enrichment provision and identify priorities and next steps for the next 12–18 months.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/enrichment-entitlement-and-benchmarks-new-opportunities-for-the-youth-sector/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260703T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T121136Z
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SUMMARY:Standing Together in Solidarity: Reflection & Collective Care sessions
DESCRIPTION:Recent demonstrations and rhetoric linked to far right groups\, since 2024\, have been deeply distressing for many in our communities. Across the country\, we have heard from youth workers\, volunteers\, and organisations about the impact on young people\, on those who support them\, and on the spaces where young people gather and grow.  \n\n\n\nAs national youth organisations\, we stand together in visible solidarity against racism\, Islamophobia\, and all forms of divisive rhetoric. We know these issues cut deeply into questions of identity and belonging – for young people\, for communities\, and for everyone working in the youth sector.  \n\n\n\nWe have listened and we have heard. In response\, we are currently taking these actions:  \n\n\n\n\nCreating spaces of solidarity and connection:  NYA\, UK Youth and network of RYWU will host the first convening sessions for the sector\, offering a space to share\, connect\, and support one another. \n\n\n\nMaking space for youth sector voices to be heard: ensuring the experiences of youth workers\, volunteers and organisations are recognised by a wide range of audiences\, helping shape the wider conversation. \n\n\n\nSupporting what already exists: this convening builds on the powerful local\, regional\, and national work already happening. We see this as a collective effort: these three organisations are stepping forward to coordinate the first session\, but it belongs to the whole sector\, and we warmly welcome all partners to shape and contribute to what comes next. \n\n\n\nSharing and signposting resources to strengthen local responses\, including practical tools for organisations\, youth workers and volunteers. \n\n\n\nAmplifying anti-oppressive practice: calling people in\, not shutting them out\, and supporting the difficult but vital conversations that help communities grow stronger. \n\n\n\n\nUK Youth\, The National Youth Agency\, the Network of Regional Youth Work Units and the Muslim Youth Alliance are planning further Standing Together in Solidarity: Reflection & Collective Care sessions. \n\n\n\nThe next session is at 10am on Friday 3rd July.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/standing-together-in-solidarity-reflection-collective-care-sessions/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260623T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T133009Z
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SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead Training for the Youth Sector - St Helens
DESCRIPTION:£160(+VAT) per person*. Please note\,This course is only for individuals working in England.*This price is reduced due to funding by DCMS and YMCA St. Helens kindly providing the training venue. \n\n\n\nTailored for those working with 8-24-year-olds and holding safeguarding responsibilities in a youth work setting\, this two-day intensive in-person training equips you for the pivotal role of Designated Safeguarding Lead. It will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively foster a young person centred safeguarding culture\, to elevate awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues within your organisation. \n\n\n\nClick below to find out more:
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/designated-safeguarding-lead-training-for-the-youth-sector-st-helens/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T134109Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Insight: Faith-based youth work: Ethics\, Boundaries and Practice with Young People
DESCRIPTION:Young people are navigating identity\, meaning\, and belonging in increasingly complex ways. For many\, faith and spirituality are important parts of that journey\, but they can also raise questions about boundaries\, inclusion\, and professional practice.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar brings together a diverse panel of voices to explore how youth workers can engage with these topics in ways that are ethical\, inclusive\, and grounded in young people’s experiences.  \n\n\n\nThrough honest discussion and shared insight\, we’ll explore:  \n\n\n\n\nHow to navigate conversations about belief \n\n\n\nWhere professional boundaries sit \n\n\n\nHow to create safe\, respectful spaces for all young people \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re confident in this area or unsure where to start\, this session will offer practical insight\, reflection\, and reassurance to support your practice. \n\n\n\nOur panellists:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore to follow…
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-insight-faith-based-youth-work-ethics-boundaries-and-practice-with-young-people/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Insight
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T103000
DTSTAMP:20260527T094312Z
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SUMMARY:Standing Together in Solidarity session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next session in the Standing Together in Solidarity series\, co-hosted by UK Youth\, the National Youth Agency and the Network of Regional Youth Work Units. We are planning to be joined by British Muslim Trust\, whose mission is rooted in driving systemic change by challenging prejudice\, Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hatred. 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/standing-together-in-solidarity-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260306T095645Z
CREATED:20260306T095608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T095645Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Matters: Delivering the National Youth Strategy Together online roadshow
DESCRIPTION:The National Youth Strategy\, ‘Youth Matters’\, sets out a ten-year vision for young people with three bold shifts: from national to local\, from fragmented to collaborative\, and from excluded to empowered.  \n\n\n\nNow it is time to turn that strategy into action. Whether you are in education\, health\, youth work\, policing\, housing or community leadership\, your voice is needed to ensure the strategy delivers for the young people who need it most.  \n\n\n\nThis is your opportunity to influence the next decade of youth support in your region.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-matters-delivering-the-national-youth-strategy-together-online-roadshow/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260325T154153Z
CREATED:20260216T153948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T154153Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Connect - Navigating Risk\, Building Resilience: Youth Work Approaches to Reducing the Risk of Violence
DESCRIPTION:Following Dr Carlene Firmin (Durham University)  webinar in February where she shares new research that shines a spotlight on the vital role youth workers play in preventing violence and safeguarding young people\, the Youth Work Connect session in March will explore the role of youth workers as trusted adults and their role in building safe\, youth led spaces where early intervention\, de-escalation and meaningful relationships can thrive. \n\n\n\nFor this Youth Work Connect we are pleased to be joined by Denise Lewis from the Solihull Safeguarding Children Partnership. \n\n\n\nDenise is a member of the Association of Child Protection Professionals and she has a Master’s Degree in Youth & Community Development and a range of practice experience working with young people in different areas and settings. Denise started volunteering at age 17 in the junior section of the youth centre she attended and has been Manager of a Local Authority Youth Service\, and has delivered open access\, targeted\, detached and outreach youth work. \n\n\n\nShe has been involved with the Global Contextual Safeguarding Unit at Durham University (previously Bedfordshire) since 2016; and has been a practitioner co-researcher on the sustaining social work project (blog available here). She coordinates the west midlands regional contextual safeguarding champions network and co-chairs the national youth worker network for contextual safeguarding.  
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-navigating-risk-building-resilience-youth-work-approaches-to-reducing-the-risk-of-violence/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260223T132933Z
CREATED:20260223T132930Z
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SUMMARY:Standing in Solidarity Space 4 - Disinformation\, riots\, misogyny\, global conflict and racism
DESCRIPTION:NYA\, RYWU and UK Youth will be joined by Zubeda Limbada – founding Director of ConnectFutures – a female-led social enterprise founded in 2013 which delivers training and research around disinformation\, extremism\, anti-racism\, hate and violence. As adults and educators try to grapple with the range of intersectional social issues\, what are some of the practical insights we can provide to those working with young people? How can we understand\, explore\, explain and really make sense in a way that empowers and educates rather than divides in a fast changing arena? Finally\, how can we centre young people to be the advocates for change?
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/standing-in-solidarity-space-4-disinformation-riots-misogyny-global-conflict-and-racism/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260223T092600Z
CREATED:20260129T093943Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Workers at the Heart of Violence Prevention\, a webinar with Professor Carlene Firmin
DESCRIPTION:Join Professor Carlene Firmin (Durham University) this February as she shares new research that shines a spotlight on the ways youth workers safeguard young people impacted by violence. \n\n\n\nThe findings show that youth workers are often the trusted adults young people turn to. They build safe\, youth led spaces where early intervention\, de escalation\, and meaningful relationships can thrive.  \n\n\n\nFrom referring young people into safeguarding systems\, advocating for their needs in those systems\, building safety in the places they spend their time\, and understanding what young people need\, youth workers are uniquely positioned to provide protect young people and promote their welfare.  \n\n\n\nYet despite this central role\, youth workers often face challenges such as inconsistent recognition within safeguarding systems\, short term funding that undermines stable provision\, and power imbalances that limit their influence in multi agency structures. Carlene will explore these barriers while highlighting how youth centred\, relational practice is essential to safeguarding young people impacted by extra-familial harm.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-workers-at-the-heart-of-violence-prevention-a-webinar-with-dr-carlene-firmin-mbe/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T133000
DTSTAMP:20250707T133328Z
CREATED:20250702T120703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T133328Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Risk in Online Settings
DESCRIPTION:In a world where young people are increasingly living\, learning\, and connecting online\, youth workers have a critical role to play in creating safe\, supportive\, and empowering digital environments for young people. \n\n\n\nThis training series is designed to provide youth workers with the skills\, knowledge\, and confidence to embed digital tools into their practice while placing safeguarding at the heart of everything they do. \n\n\n\nSession summary \n\n\n\nThis four-hour Zoom training session is designed to help youth workers navigate the risks and responsibilities of delivering youth work online. \n\n\n\nParticipants will explore key safeguarding principles\, data protection regulations\, and best practices for creating safe and secure digital spaces for young people. \n\n\n\nThrough interactive discussions\, real-world scenarios\, and practical exercises\, youth workers will gain a deeper understanding of online risks\, including privacy concerns\, incident responses and managing platforms safely. \n\n\n\nThe session will equip participants with essential tools and strategies to integrate safeguarding and data protection into their online delivery\, ensuring young people’s safety and wellbeing remain priority.  \n\n\n\nPlease note\, This course is only for individuals working in England.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/managing-risk-in-online-settings/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260208T202340Z
CREATED:20260129T093742Z
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SUMMARY:Class of 2026: Power Your Youth Workforce with Apprenticeships - NAW 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the NYA Workforce Team this National Apprenticeship Week to explore how apprenticeships are shaping the future of youth work. This webinar will unpack how high quality apprenticeship pathways align with the National Youth Strategy and support a more qualified\, confident and sustainable youth workforce.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll guide you through the real world steps to bringing an apprentice into your organisation\, covering funding\, provider partnerships\, programme design and the support structures that set apprentices up for success. You’ll also hear first hand insights from Steve Walker\, Programme Lead at the University of Cumbria and a current apprentice\, offering a grounded perspective on what effective training looks like in practice and the impact it’s already having on young people’s lives.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an employer considering your first apprentice or a workforce lead planning long term development\, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to take the next step.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/class-of-2026-power-your-youth-workforce-with-apprenticeships-naw-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T163000
DTSTAMP:20251006T102437Z
CREATED:20250606T095522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T102437Z
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SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead Training for the Youth Sector - Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:DCMS discounted rate: £200 (+VAT) per person. \n\n\n\nTailored for those working with 8-24-year-olds and holding safeguarding responsibilities in a youth work setting\, this two-day intensive in-person training equips you for the pivotal role of Designated Safeguarding Lead. It will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively foster a young person centred safeguarding culture\, to elevate awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues within your organisation. \n\n\n\nYour commitment (You must be able to meet these commitments in order to undertake this training): \n\n\n\n\nCompletion of a Basic Safeguarding course in the last 2 years.\n\n\n\nA suitable level of youth work training or experience\, ideally a JNC recognized L3 qualification.\n\n\n\nWorking with young people aged 8-25 (not exclusively).\n\n\n\nFull support from your workplace for course participation.\n\n\n\n100% participation and successful completion of all assessed elements.\n\n\n\nDedication to creating an action plan and completing a review after 6 months.\n\n\n\n\nFind out more and secure your place.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/designated-safeguarding-lead-training-for-the-youth-sector-birmingham/
CATEGORIES:Accredited
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T150000
DTSTAMP:20251121T104409Z
CREATED:20250724T163528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T104409Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Assessments for youth programmes
DESCRIPTION:This one-day course is designed for managers and other employees within youth work organisations who are responsible for writing risk assessments or approving those of colleagues or external providers. \n\n\n\nDelivered by NYA’s risk management partners\, Pharos Response; the crisis management experts who know only too well what happens when risks aren’t managed effectively. \n\n\n\nDesigned for youth workers and/or managers who are responsible for either writing risk assessments or approving those written by colleagues or perhaps external providers you work with.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/risk-assessments-for-youth-programmes/
CATEGORIES:Accredited
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T120000
DTSTAMP:20251204T150621Z
CREATED:20251204T150619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T150621Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Connect - Exploring ethical dilemma in youth work: applying values\, principles and human rights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session that explores the updated Youth Work Code of Ethics and practical strategies for handling ethical dilemmas.  \n\n\n\nExplore how you:   \n\n\n\n\nImplement a Human Rights framework in youth work practice.  \n\n\n\nExplore the new Code of Ethics resources to guide decision-making with young people and inform organisational culture  \n\n\n\nReflect on your values\, beliefs\, and attitudes—and how they shape your actions.  \n\n\n\n\nWe’ll use interactive discussions and breakout rooms to explore real-life scenarios and help you build confidence in making ethical decisions that put young people’s wellbeing first.   \n\n\n\nEmpower your practice. Enhance your confidence. Elevate your ethics. 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-exploring-ethical-dilemma-in-youth-work-applying-values-principles-and-human-rights/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Youth Work Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T133000
DTSTAMP:20260120T153455Z
CREATED:20251212T150342Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Insight: Exploring the impact and value of disabled people in youth work  
DESCRIPTION:We invite youth workers\, organisations\, leaders\, managers\, and policy makers to a dynamic online panel discussion to explore. \n\n\n\nThis 90 minute facilitated webinar will feature youth workers\, ambassadors and sector specialists with lived experience voices\, offering insights into their experiences as part of a diverse youth work workforce.  \n\n\n\nIncluding disabled youth workers is essential for creating inclusive and empowering environments. For young disabled people\, representation is more than symbolic—it advances belonging\, confidence\, and aspiration. Seeing disabled adults in professional roles challenges stereotypes and demonstrates that success and leadership are achievable for everyone. This representation helps break down feelings of isolation\, normalises disability\, and promotes equality. \n\n\n\nThis webinar will:  \n\n\n\n\nExplore the role of disabled people and their impact on young people’s lives  \n\n\n\nDiscuss the youth work journey \n\n\n\nChallenge the stereotypes and misconceptions about disability in the workplace  \n\n\n\nDiscuss the support and accommodations that enable youth workers thrive\n\n\n\n\nFor this session we will be joined by these panellists: \n\n\n\n\nChristopher Greenhalgh\n\n\n\nLorraine Lambert\n\n\n\nSammey Ahemd\n\n\n\nHenry Hughes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Panellists:
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-insight-exploring-the-impact-and-value-of-disabled-people-in-youth-work/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Youth Work Insight
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251219T113000
DTSTAMP:20251212T154402Z
CREATED:20251212T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T154402Z
UID:10000074-1766138400-1766143800@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Solidarity Session 2: Lessons from Others
DESCRIPTION:National Youth Agency\, UK Youth and the Network of Regional Youth Work Units are convening sessions where anyone in the youth sector can learn from experts by experience to help us collectively address growing divides in our communities. \n\n\n\nFor this session\, we’re joined by YouthAction Northern Ireland\, with contributions from Martin Mc Mullan\, CEO of YouthAction NI.  \n\n\n\nMartin brings nearly three decades of experience in peacebuilding youth work\, from supporting young men affected by sectarian violence to shaping international policy on conflict\, human rights and reconciliation. His work across Northern Ireland and internationally shows the power of youth work to hold complexity\, repair relationships and rebuild trust. \n\n\n\nThis session is for anyone in the youth sector who wants to learn from places where young people and communities have navigated deep division\, and where youth workers have had to respond with courage\, creativity and care.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/solidarity-session-2-lessons-from-others/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T133000
DTSTAMP:20250707T133349Z
CREATED:20250702T120021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T133349Z
UID:10000058-1763631000-1763645400@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Game on: Online Gaming in Youth Work
DESCRIPTION:In a world where young people are increasingly living\, learning\, and connecting online\, youth workers have a critical role to play in creating safe\, supportive\, and empowering digital environments for young people. \n\n\n\nThis training series is designed to provide youth workers with the skills\, knowledge\, and confidence to embed digital tools into their practice while placing safeguarding at the heart of everything they do. \n\n\n\nSession summary \n\n\n\nThis half day training session equips youth workers with the knowledge and practical skills to safely and effectively integrate online gaming into their youth work practice. \n\n\n\nWith a focus on platforms such as Minecraft and Roblox\, participants will explore the benefits of gaming for youth engagement\, learning\, and social development. \n\n\n\nThe session will address key considerations\, including safeguarding\, managing online interactions\, and setting up safe gaming environments. \n\n\n\nThrough hands-on activities and discussions\, youth workers will gain confidence in using gaming as a tool to connect with young people while ensuring a safe\, positive\, and inclusive online experience. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, This course is only for individuals working in England.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/game-on-online-gaming-in-youth-work/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20251016T114620Z
CREATED:20251016T114314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T114620Z
UID:10000069-1763542800-1763553600@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Recruit New Talent: Building the Future of Community & Youth Work
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an employer-focused event exploring how Community and Youth Work Apprenticeships can strengthen local services\, inspire the next generation\, and tackle skills gaps.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to apprenticeships or looking to grow your involvement\, you’ll discover practical insights\, funding opportunities\, and success stories to help you recruit and develop dedicated talent.  \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:  \n\n\n\n Employer Success Stories – Hear from the Sunderland All Together Consortium on how they successfully secured funding to recruit\, train\, and retain passionate individuals in community and youth roles.  \n\n\n\n– Funding Opportunities – Learn from the National Youth Agency (NYA) how levy funding can make apprenticeships more accessible for organisations of all sizes.  \n\n\n\n– Pathways into the Sector – See how apprenticeships open doors for diverse candidates to gain skills and experience for impactful careers.  \n\n\n\n– Interactive Panel Discussion – Put your questions to employers\, training providers\, and sector leaders shaping the future workforce.  \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:  \n\n\n\n\nAspiring youth workers \n\n\n\nCurrent professionals in community and youth work \n\n\n\nEmployers interested in investing in future talent \n\n\n\nDecision-makers in community\, voluntary\, and public sectors \n\n\n\nAnyone curious about apprenticeship opportunities in the sector \n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to everyone interested in shaping the future of community and youth work. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to build your future and strengthen the sector! 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/recruit-new-talent-building-the-future-of-community-youth-work/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T123000
DTSTAMP:20251110T105427Z
CREATED:20251110T105401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T105427Z
UID:10000071-1763118000-1763123400@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Standing Together in Solidarity: Reflection and Collective Care
DESCRIPTION:After our first sector convening\, so many of you reached out\, sharing what’s happening in your communities\, offering support\, and asking how we can keep this work going. We will only create the changes we want to see in our communities if we stand together and take collective responsibility and action – so thank you for leaning in.It’s clear that we need ongoing\, safer spaces to talk\, reflect\, and plan. We need to hold both the emotional impact of what we’re facing and bring the strength to act together.This next session is part of our continuing series\, co-hosted by UK Youth\, National Youth Agency\, and the Network of Regional Youth Work Units. It’s a shared space to pause\, reconnect\, and build on what’s already begun.We will:✨ Reflect on what we heard during the October convening🤝 Share updates on collective commitments and next steps🧭 Set out a clearer roadmap for the Solidarity programme\, ensuring we stay rooted in practice\, collaboration\, and careThis is a space for everyone in the wider youth sector (practitioners\, managers\, networks\, funders\, policy makers and partners) who want to sustain solidarity and action in response to the challenges facing young people and communities.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/standing-together-in-solidarity-reflection-and-collective-care/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20251006T111642Z
CREATED:20251006T110858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T111642Z
UID:10000067-1762444800-1762448400@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Get Into Filmmaking webinar
DESCRIPTION:Our partners at Into Film are offering Youth Workers a free online filmmaking workshop\, to develop core skills to share with and inspire young people.  Whether you’re completely new to filmmaking or have dabbled a bit in the past\, they’ll start right at the beginning of the process and introduce you to their Five-Step Filmmaking framework\, which you can use to break the filmmaking process down into simple\, manageable steps. As the UK’s leading charity for film in education\, Into Film will also teach you how to start making films with simple\, brief-based filmmaking tasks and get to grips with basic filmmaking techniques through hands-on activities.    \n\n\n\nThis session is for those who work with 5–18-year-olds. If you are having trouble accessing this session or if you have any additional accessibility requirements\, please contact onlinehelp@intofilm.org 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/get-into-film-making-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T110000
DTSTAMP:20251021T085607Z
CREATED:20251021T085605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T085607Z
UID:10000070-1762423200-1762426800@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Week - Workforce Transformation Briefing #2
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Workforce Transformation Briefing!  \n\n\n\nAre you passionate about the future of youth work? Don’t miss our upcoming sector-wide event\, where we’ll share the latest updates from our workforce transformation project.  \n\n\n\nDiscover:  \n\n\n\n\nThe vision for a sufficient and well-equipped youth workforce \n\n\n\nKey sufficiency figures and the funded needed to achieve this \n\n\n\nInsights on professional recognition and upskilling \n\n\n\nHow we can achieve systemic change together \n\n\n\n\nThe session will be led by Kevin Jones\, Head of Workforce Development and Training with Paul Fenton\, Workforce Transformation Associate\, who will describe the work NYA has been doing since the publication of Pathways to Practice: A Consultation Outcomes Report on the Future of Youth Work Qualifications.  \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentation there will be an opportunity to ask questions.  \n\n\n\nBe part of the conversation shaping the next steps for youth work in our community.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-week-workforce-transformation-briefing-2/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251105T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251105T120000
DTSTAMP:20251024T112647Z
CREATED:20250923T151320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T112647Z
UID:10000066-1762338600-1762344000@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Week: Youth Work Connect - Unlocking Potential: Youth Work Supporting Young People into Education Training and Employment
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Youth Work Week for this joint Youth Work Connect session delivered in partnership with Youth Employment UK.  \n\n\n\nYouth work is uniquely placed to support young people facing barriers to education\, training and employment. This online community of practice session invites youth workers and allied sector practitioners to explore how informal education\, trusted relationships\, and community-based support can help build young people’s skills\, confidence and readiness for education\, training or work.   \n\n\n\nDuring this 90-minute session we will: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify key barriers that prevent young people from accessing education\, employment and training \n\n\n\nShare effective youth work practices that build confidence\, skills and aspirations in young people \n\n\n\nShare practical tools and services to support young people on their journeys \n\n\n\n\nFor this session we are delighted to be joined by Youth Employment UK CEO\, Laura-Jane Rawlings MBE\, as we explore the barriers and consequences young people face in accessing education\, employment and training.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-unlocking-potential-youth-work-supporting-young-people-into-education-training-and-employment/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Youth Work Connect,Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251104T133000
DTSTAMP:20251029T093700Z
CREATED:20250923T150642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T093700Z
UID:10000065-1762257600-1762263000@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Week Youth Work Insight - Agency\, Identity and Belonging – Neuro-Affirming Youth Work in Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Youth Work Week for an empowering Youth Work Insight session exploring inclusive and affirming youth work practices for neurodivergent young people.  \n\n\n\nThis 90-minute facilitated webinar will feature sector specialists and the voice of those with lived-experience\, offering insights into how youth work can be radically inclusive\, responsive and empowering. \n\n\n\nThe session will unpack the concept of neurodivergence as a form of diversity rather than deficit\, challenge stereotypes and stigma and explore how youth work can support young people with or without a formal diagnosis. Attendees will gain practical strategies to make their youth practice more accessible\, drawing upon the lived experiences of the expert panel. We’ll also address the mental health challenges neurodivergent young people face\, often due to social exclusion\, misunderstanding\, and lack of support\, and highlight the importance of trauma-informed\, neuro-affirmative approaches. \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to engage in live Q&A\, hear personal stories and receive follow-up resource. \n\n\n\nOur Panellists:\n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce our panel of experts for this session: \n\n\n\n\nChelsea Renehan – Sheffield City Council’s Community Youth Services\n\n\n\nHelena Rodgers – Ambitious about Autism\, a national charity supporting autistic children and young people.\n\n\n\nJess Thom – Play/youth worker\, artist\, comedian\, Tourettes Hero\n\n\n\nTalisha ‘Tee Cee’ Cree – Presenter\, filmmaker and writer
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-week-youth-work-insight-agency-identity-and-belonging-neuro-affirming-youth-work-in-action/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Youth Work Insight,Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T181500
DTSTAMP:20250923T150314Z
CREATED:20250923T150242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T150314Z
UID:10000064-1762189200-1762193700@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Week - First Aid Champions for Young Leaders (aged 16 plus) and their Youth Workers
DESCRIPTION:*Note: We ask that Young Leaders/Volunteers and Youth Workers are in the same online space. A Youth Worker will need to register for the event and add the numbers of others attending. Organisations are responsible for acquiring consent from young people. This session is live and will not be recorded.  \n\n\n\nDo you work with young leaders (aged 16 plus)?  \n\n\n\nJoin us during Youth Work Week 2025 for this free masterclass\, delivered in partnership with the British Red Cross\, which will equip you and your young leaders with basic first aid skills.     \n\n\n\nFollowing the 75-minute masterclass\, you and your young leader will feel better equipped to talk about\, deliver and use the First Aid Champions resources and the everyday approach to First Aid.  \n\n\n\nThe session will: \n\n\n\n\nEmpower young leaders\, volunteers\, and youth workers with the knowledge and confidence to talk about and deliver First Aid education. \n\n\n\nIntroduce and explore the First Aid Champions resources and the Everyday First Aid approach in a youth-friendly and engaging way. \n\n\n\nTeach you how to foster a culture of preparedness and compassion through practical first aid skills and peer-to-peer learning. 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-week-first-aid-champions-for-young-leaders-aged-16-plus-and-their-youth-workers/
CATEGORIES:CPD,Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T150000
DTSTAMP:20251015T092254Z
CREATED:20251015T092253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T092254Z
UID:10000068-1762178400-1762182000@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Week - Workforce Transformation Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Workforce Transformation Briefing!  \n\n\n\nAre you passionate about the future of youth work? Don’t miss our upcoming sector-wide event\, where we’ll share the latest updates from our workforce transformation project.  \n\n\n\nDiscover:  \n\n\n\n\nThe vision for a sufficient and well-equipped youth workforce \n\n\n\nKey sufficiency figures and the funded needed to achieve this \n\n\n\nInsights on professional recognition and upskilling \n\n\n\nHow we can achieve systemic change together \n\n\n\n\nThe session will be led by Kevin Jones\, Head of Workforce Development and Training with Paul Fenton\, Workforce Transformation Associate\, who will describe the work NYA has been doing since the publication of Pathways to Practice: A Consultation Outcomes Report on the Future of Youth Work Qualifications.  \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentation there will be an opportunity to ask questions.  \n\n\n\nBe part of the conversation shaping the next steps for youth work in our community.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-week-workforce-transformation-briefing/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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