How did you get into this type of work? As an unemployed youth I was "youth worked" and started volunteering. I did my youth work qualification and worked during the miners' strike in an inspirational team. I moved to Liverpool in 2000 because this job focused on two issues I was passionate about - ICT and participation.
Who do you work with? We serve two predominantly White working-class communities in south Liverpool. Ages range from 14 to 19, with an even gender split.
What do you enjoy about your work? Having a team that shares a vision. Seeing staff, volunteers and young people rise to the challenges of the work and grow in self-belief, skills and aspiration. Creating space for work that embraces association, informality, challenge and accountability.
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