Young people are becoming ever more central to youth work funding, whether applying for funds or controlling where the cash ends up.
The green paper outlined an opportunity fund, which will give young people direct access to up to 30,000 to spend on projects as they see fit. And the Big Lottery last week unveiled the Big Boost, in conjunction with social entrepreneurship charity UnLtd. It will provide a fund for 11- to 25-year-olds to apply for grants from 250 to 5,000 to become social entrepreneurs for their community.
Meeting audience needs
Involving young people at every stage of Big Boost is crucial if it is to meet the needs of its audience, says programme manager Kirsten Bradbury. "We have involved young people right from the beginning, from the development of the name of the programme, to the production of support materials," she explains.
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
