The Youth Empowerment Scheme (Yes) group is particularly keen to ensure the voices of young Muslims are heard in the run up to the 2012 Olympic Games in the capital.
The academy will form one aspect of Yes's Islamic youth work training programme, Peace, which starts this summer with a series of workshops at youth clubs, mosques and madrassas in Tower Hamlets.
The Government Office for London is funding the 30,000 scheme, which is being developed with Tower Hamlets Youth and Community Service.
The workshops, aimed at both Muslim and non-Muslim 16- to 21-year-olds, will focus on what Islam says about youth work on themes such as participation, equality and empowerment.
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
