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SUMMARY:Risk Assessments for the youth sector - November 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course brings risk assessments to life\, highlighting why they are so much more important than a ‘tick-box exercise’. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nDelivered in a highly engaging manner\, packed full of interactive exercises and scenario-based activities that fully complement the resources on the NYA Safeguarding and Risk Management Hub
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/risk-assessments-for-the-youth-sector-november-2026/
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SUMMARY:Get Into Filmmaking
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for those working in youth and community groups\, library settings\, and schools\, this training session will help you develop a range of key skills to help your young people increase their love and passion for filmmaking. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re completely new to filmmaking or have dabbled a bit in the past\, you’ll learn everything you need to know to start making films with children and young people. We’ll start right at the beginning of the process and introduce you to our Five-Step Filmmaking framework\, which you can use to break the filmmaking process down into simple\, manageable steps. You’ll also learn 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\nYou’ll come away from the session with increased confidence in using filmmaking to inspire young people and encourage the development of a range of skills including teamwork\, time management and creative problem-solving.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/get-into-filmmaking/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T133000
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Insight - Exploring What Matters: Identity\, Belonging and Spirituality in Youth Work 
DESCRIPTION:Who am I? Where do I belong? What matters to me? These are important questions for young people as they develop their identity\, values\, beliefs\, sense of purpose and hope.  \n\n\n\nJoin this engaging webinar to explore how youth workers can create safe\, inclusive and youth-led spaces for conversations about identity\, belonging\, purpose\, hope and spirituality in faith-based settings and beyond.  \n\n\n\nAn exciting panel will bring together perspectives from youth work\, faith and spirituality\, music\, creativity and digital culture. Together\, we will explore how young people make meaning through culture\, relationships\, creativity\, digital communities\, heritage\, spirituality and social action.  \n\n\n\nThe session will offer practical insights into welcoming different identities\, beliefs and worldviews\, encouraging reflection and critical thinking\, and supporting young people’s exploration without directing them towards particular answers.  \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will:  \n\n\n\n\nExplore how identity\, belonging\, purpose\, values and hope shape young people’s lives. \n\n\n\nConsider how youth culture\, faith\, creativity and community can support connection and exploration. \n\n\n\nStrengthen your confidence in facilitating safe conversations about beliefs\, values and life experiences. \n\n\n\nIdentify inclusive approaches that enable young people from all backgrounds to participate as themselves. \n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is for youth workers\, volunteers\, leaders and others who support young people across faith and non-faith contexts. Come ready to reflect\, share and take away practical ideas for supporting young people to explore the questions that matter most to them.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to be joined at this Youth Work Insight by special guest facilitator… \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnd our panellists…
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-insight-exploring-what-matters-identity-belonging-and-spirituality-in-youth-work/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Insight,Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T170000
DTSTAMP:20261008T143207Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Impactful CVs and Cover Letters
DESCRIPTION:Join Tata Consultancy Services’ Early Careers specialists for an interactive session designed to help youth workers support young people with their applications. \n\n\n\nWe will explore the CV journey from a first CV through to post university and college applications\, covering CV structure\, CVs vs cover letters\, what employers look for\, common mistakes\, AI in applications\, and how recruiters screen CVs.  \n\n\n\nThe session will include short activities\, polls and opportunities to share experiences\, helping attendees build confidence in supporting young people throughout their employability journey. Resources and guidance will be provided after the session.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/creating-impactful-cvs-and-cover-letters/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T084220Z
CREATED:20260727T143222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T084220Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Work Connect - Bringing democratic education to life: The role of youth work   
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is linked to Bringing Democratic Education to Life: Guidance for the Youth Work Sector. It focuses on how youth work can help young people understand democracy in a way that feels real\, relevant and connected to their everyday lives. \n\n\n\nInformal democratic education is about supporting young people to know their rights\, use their voice\, take part in decisions and talk about the issues that matter to them. In youth work\, this can happen through everyday conversations\, group work\, decision-making\, campaigns\, youth voice activities and opportunities for young people to shape change. \n\n\n\nThis session supports the Youth Work Curriculum by exploring how youth work can help young people develop the knowledge\, skills\, confidence\, and critical thinking needed to engage with democratic life and make informed decisions about issues that affect them. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are excited to be joined at this Connect session by:
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-political-education/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Connect,Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260910T094417Z
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SUMMARY:Get into the Screen Industries
DESCRIPTION:This session equips you with all the information you need to raise awareness of the screen industries among students aged 11-19. \n\n\n\nWe’ll challenge common myths about the sector and showcase the variety of roles that are within the reach of young people regardless of their skills and interests. You’ll come away with up-to-date information and the confidence to inspire your students to set their sights on a career in the screen industries.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/get-into-the-screen-industries/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Week
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T124000
DTSTAMP:20260817T112310Z
CREATED:20260814T101832Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Safeguarding - Lite Bite 2: Online Hate and Harmful Content
DESCRIPTION:This is part two of a four-part online webinar series designed to equip youth workers with the knowledge\, confidence\, and practical tools to address emerging digital safeguarding challenges. \n\n\n\nFunded by the Department of Culture\, Media and Sport (DCMS) the series brings together sector experts and youth workers to reflect on the evolving digital landscape impacting young lives and encourage discussion on youth work approaches to addressing digital safeguarding risks in youth work settings. \n\n\n\nCo-delivered with sector experts ChildNet this series aims to:  \n\n\n\n\n– Build awareness of key and emerging digital safeguarding risks affecting young people. \n\n\n\n– Increase understanding of how these risks may present in youth work settings. \n\n\n\n– Share insights from sector experts and current practice. \n\n\n\n– Signpost resources and next steps for youth workers. \n\n\n\n\nThis session will address the prevalence of online hate\, including racism\, misogyny\, and other forms of discrimination. It will explore the impact on young people\, pathways into harmful online spaces\, and strategies for prevention and intervention. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis introductory CPD is suitable for youth workers\, volunteers and practitioners working with young people. No specialist digital safeguarding knowledge is required\, although learners should have a basic understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within their own organisation. \n\n\n\nThese presentation style sessions are designed as short\, introductory webinars that provide awareness and opportunities to ask questions\, rather than in-depth specialist training. 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/digital-safeguarding-lite-bite-2-online-hate-and-harmful-content/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261006T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260812T153117Z
CREATED:20260804T133140Z
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SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead Training for the Youth Sector - Bristol
DESCRIPTION:Tailored 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\nWhat sets us apart: \n\n\n\n\nPersonalised support from dedicated trainers\, ensuring your success.\n\n\n\nEngaging scenarios\, reflective opportunities\, and practical exercises directly relevant to the safeguarding and youth work sector.\n\n\n\nA comprehensive workbook and handbook loaded with invaluable resources and guidance.\n\n\n\nNOCN Endorsed Training Programme
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/designated-safeguarding-lead-training-for-the-youth-sector-bristol/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T180000
DTSTAMP:20260903T095206Z
CREATED:20260826T085016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T095206Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing Democratic Education to Life: Guidance for the Youth Work Sector
DESCRIPTION:Supporting youth workers to help young people understand\, experience and shape democracy. \n\n\n\nYork St John University and the National Youth Agency (NYA) are delighted to host the launch of the new Informal Democratic Education Practice Guidance. Developed through research led by Dr Carole Pugh and written in partnership with the National Youth Agency\, this guidance recognises the vital role youth work plays in supporting young people to understand democracy\, explore political issues\, develop critical thinking and influence the decisions that affect their lives.As voting rights are extended to 16 and 17-year-olds across the UK\, there is a growing need for high-quality democratic education that helps young people navigate political information\, understand their rights and responsibilities\, and engage confidently in decision-making. The guidance provides practical support for youth workers and organisations\, explaining why democratic education matters\, outlining key legal\, ethical and practice principles\, and offering clear advice on facilitating safe\, inclusive and impartial discussions.The event will introduce the guidance\, share key research findings\, and explore what effective informal democratic education looks like in practice through real-world scenarios\, case studies and practical examples. It will be of interest to youth work practitioners\, managers\, policymakers\, academics and young people committed to strengthening participation\, democracy and youth voice. \n\n\n\n\nDr Carole Pugh (LinkedIn page here) is an expert in youth work and political socialisation\, with over 20 years’ experience in practice\, research and education.\n\n\n\n\n\nNYA (LinkedIn page here) sets standards\, accredits training and supports safe\, high-quality youth work across England\, championing youth voice through programmes such as Youth Council UK and the UK Youth Parliament.
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/bringing-democratic-education-to-life-guidance-for-the-youth-work-sector/
LOCATION:Creative Centre Auditorium\, York\, Creative Centre Auditorium\, York\, YO31 7EX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260917T074304Z
CREATED:20260727T143511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T074304Z
UID:10000091-1790073000-1790078400@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Connect: The wellbeing effect - Creating cultures that support and value youth workers
DESCRIPTION:Youth workers provide vital support to young people\, often while managing high emotional demands\, complex needs\, organisational pressures\, and limited time for their own reflection and recovery. This session creates a positive\, practical and reflective space for the workforce to pause\, connect\, and explore what helps them stay well in practice.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to be joined at this Connect by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAction for Happiness offer a range of free online resources: \n\n\n\n\n10 Keys to Happier Living: https://actionforhappiness.org/10-keys\n\n\n\nMonthly action calendars:  https://actionforhappiness.org/all-calendars\n\n\n\nFree 10-day action programme: https://10daysofhappiness.org/\n\n\n\nTalks: https://actionforhappiness.org/talks
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-connect-supporting-the-supporters-workforce-wellbeing-in-youth-work/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260910T124000
DTSTAMP:20260817T112245Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Safeguarding - Lite Bite 1: AI Companions
DESCRIPTION:This is part one of a four-part online webinar series designed to equip youth workers with the awareness\, understanding and practical considerations needed to respond to emerging digital safeguarding challenges.  \n\n\n\nFunded by the Department of Culture\, Media and Sport (DCMS) the series brings together sector experts and youth workers to reflect on the evolving digital landscape impacting young lives and encourage discussion on youth work approaches to addressing digital safeguarding risks in youth work settings. \n\n\n\nCo-delivered with sector experts ChildNet this series aims to:  \n\n\n\n\n– Build awareness of key and emerging digital safeguarding risks affecting young people. \n\n\n\n– Increase understanding of how these risks may present in youth work settings. \n\n\n\n– Share insights from sector experts and current practice. \n\n\n\n– Signpost resources and next steps for youth workers. \n\n\n\n\nThis session will explore the rise of AI-powered chatbots and digital companions\, and their influence on young people’s relationships\, emotional development\, and sense of identity. It will examine both opportunities (e.g. support\, accessibility) and safeguarding risks (e.g. dependency\, misinformation\, emotional manipulation). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis introductory CPD is suitable for youth workers\, volunteers and practitioners working with young people. No specialist digital safeguarding knowledge is required\, although learners should have a basic understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within their own organisation. \n\n\n\nThese presentation style sessions are designed as short\, introductory webinars that provide awareness and opportunities to ask questions\, rather than in-depth specialist training. 
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/digital-safeguarding-lite-bite-1-ai-companions/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260903T094733Z
CREATED:20260730T133808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T094733Z
UID:10000092-1788868800-1788874200@nya.org.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Work Insight - Learning from Youth Work in Faith Communities: Creating inclusive and empowering spaces for young people
DESCRIPTION:Faith-based youth work has played an important role in the development of youth work in the UK and around the world. Many of the earliest forms of youth work began when faith communities responded to the needs of young people in their local areas.  \n\n\n\nCompared to faith-based youth work\, state-funded and other non-religious forms of youth work have a much shorter history. Over time\, faith-based youth work has continued to grow and adapt\, responding to the changing needs of young people. Today\, it includes a wide range of approaches\, activities and organisations that support young people’s learning\, wellbeing\, relationships and personal development.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to be joined at this Youth Work Insight by…
URL:https://nya.org.uk/event/youth-work-insight-learning-from-youth-work-in-faith-communities-creating-inclusive-and-empowering-spaces-for-young-people/
CATEGORIES:Youth Work Insight
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260713T141039Z
CREATED:20260713T141014Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260706T153331Z
CREATED:20260702T143705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T153331Z
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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
CREATED:20260617T112645Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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
CREATED:20260610T115857Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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
CREATED:20260501T132936Z
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UID:10000081-1782207000-1782320400@nya.org.uk
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
CREATED:20260515T135221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T134109Z
UID:10000082-1781611200-1781616600@nya.org.uk
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
CREATED:20260527T094310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T094312Z
UID:10000083-1780653600-1780655400@nya.org.uk
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
UID:10000080-1774530000-1774537200@nya.org.uk
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
UID:10000078-1774521000-1774526400@nya.org.uk
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T132933Z
UID:10000079-1772186400-1772191800@nya.org.uk
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T092600Z
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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
UID:10000059-1770888600-1770903000@nya.org.uk
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T202340Z
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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
UID:10000055-1770715800-1770827400@nya.org.uk
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
UID:10000061-1770197400-1770217200@nya.org.uk
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
UID:10000072-1769596200-1769601600@nya.org.uk
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T133000
DTSTAMP:20260120T153455Z
CREATED:20251212T150342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T153455Z
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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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