We've all been there. Depending on how much time and energy we've got, we might just respond with a simple nod or stop for more of an in-depth conversation. And there can't be many "off-duty" youth workers who haven't tried to steer clear of a young person on at least one occasion.
But sometimes you don't get a choice to engage or not. There I was, minding my own business, gazing into the freezer cabinet evaluating the merits of potato wedges over oven chips when I heard someone shouting out my name at the top of their voice across the supermarket aisles.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
