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Youth Work

Youth workers can use sport sessions to address some of the contemporary concerns that young people face. Picture: StreetGames

Other 1 June 2022

Youth work and sport – Policy context

Sport can be an accessible experience that allows young people to develop friendships as well as new skills. Picture: StreetGames

Other 1 June 2022

Strike the right balance to enhance the youth work offer through sport

Physical activity impacts on children’s mood, concentration and helps with learning. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Research 1 June 2022

Youth work and sport: Research evidence

Brothers Through Boxing was developed to help combat loneliness and isolation. Picture: Brothers Through Boxing

Best Practice 1 June 2022

Project tackling social isolation is a knockout success

Doorstep Sport sessions are designed to be delivered in a fun and informal way. Picture: StreetGames

Best Practice 1 June 2022

StreetGames boosts access to sport and helps tackle young people’s problems

Climbing is part of an approach that promotes good physical and mental health. Picture: OnSide

Best Practice 1 June 2022

Youth zone sport engages young people in positive activities

Illustration: Motorama/Adobe Stock

Funding 1 June 2022

We Move Fund

Young people with SEND explain how simple adjustments by professionals can make a big difference to their lives. Picture: YouTube

Best Practice 1 June 2022

Young people with SEND create video about education changes they want to see

Girlguiding UK is calling for new voluneers amid a surge in membership enquiries. Picture: Girlguiding UK

News 1 June 2022

Girlguiding UK sees spike in new members

Ndidi Ozekie says 'demand is outstripping supply' for youth work funding. Picture: UK Youth

News 27 May 2022

UK Youth fund receives 1,000 applications in three weeks

Grants are designed to improve youth facilities, DCMS says. Picture: Adobe Stock

Research 26 May 2022

Hundreds of youth groups receive first YIF grants

Naomi Hulston has held 14 positions at Catch22. Picture: Catch22

News 25 May 2022

Catch22 names new chief executive

Fifty people attended the inaugural conference. Picture: NYA

News 20 May 2022

Sector leaders attend first national youth work and racial justice conference

'Aimi was an outstanding leader, manager, but also friend,' colleagues have said. Picture: TwentyTwenty

News 19 May 2022

Tributes to children’s charity leader hit by car

Lib Peck: it’s really important we make that connection and ensure young people know they can access both ongoing support and positive opportunities. Picture: City Hall

News 18 May 2022

£3m fund to place youth workers in more London police stations