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NYA commission survey finds youth work in schools has strong support
Over 90% of people responding to a survey carried out by the National Youth Agency believe that youth work has a role to play in formal education.
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Thousands of young people gaining skills and experience as NYA’s Think Big Social Action Fund programme reaches 500 projects
500 projects and over 1,500 National Citizen Service graduates have so far benefited from the Think Big Social Action Fund, led by the National Youth Agency, in partnership with O2 Telefonica.
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NYA launches campaign to recognise value of youth work
More than one in five Brits devote time to youth work, according to research by the National Youth Agency, which is launching a campaign to help more people understand the contribution youth work makes to society.
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Youth workers could deliver effective sex education in schools say NYA
Youth work in schools could provide an answer to the current debate over how to teach young people about sex and relationships says Fiona Blacke, CEO of the National Youth Agency.
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Charities unite to launch Take Charge movement for young people
Today sees the launch of the Take Charge movement, uniting a group of charities, NYA amongst them, working across the UK to give young people the skills and knowledge to become financially capable, enterprising and also employable.
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Former Children’s Minister to chair independent commission to assess the value of youth work in schools
The National Youth Agency (NYA) today announced it is launching an independent commission to assess the value of youth work within formal education in England and Wales.
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NYA response to Department for Education expenditure figures on expenditure on services for young people.
The latest statistical release from the DfE on local authority expenditure shows a cut to young people services of more than £300 million for 2011-12.
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NYA/LGA 2013 conference resources now available from the Knowledge Hub.
All the publications and presentations released at the NYA/LGA Conference on 16th January 2013 are now available to download from the Knowledge Hub library.
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NYA announces dates for Hear by Right public training courses 2013.
The National Youth Agency runs a series of public Hear by Right training courses to help organisations learn about and improve their approach to young people’s participation.
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Last chance to attend NYA and LGA Annual Conference
Councillors with a responsibility for young people and senior youth service managers only have a few days left to sign up for the free NYA and LGA conference
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Speed Dating Brings Business and Youth Organisations Together
December will see the latest stage in NYA efforts to bring together businesses and youth organisations to leverage new sources of funding and in-kind support into the youth work sector.
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Updated Commissioning Guidance – Can You Help?
The NYA is refreshing its suite of documents that support effective commissioning of services for young people.
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NYA’s News Goes Digital
Last week marked the final National Youth Agency (NYA) double page spread in Children & Young People Now (CYP Now), marking the end of an historical association with the publication and the dawn of a new era for NYA’s communications.
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Institute for Youth Work Ever Closer
Results from the latest consultation into the potential for an Institute for Youth Work have highlighted support from the sector to undertake further development.
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New National Youth Agency Trustee and ETS Chair Appointed
Garath Symonds has been appointed to the National Youth Agency’s (NYA) Board of Trustees and to the position of Chair of the NYA’s Education and Training Standards Committee (ETS)
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Commonwealth Youth Worker Award for Connecting Cultures.
The Director of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Charity for London was presented with the Commonwealth’s Youth Worker Award as part of the National Youth Agency’s Youth Worker Awards 2012.
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Luton Youth Worker Awarded for Dedication to Young People.
A youth worker from Luton has received national recognition for his contribution to the local community after being presented with the National Youth Agency’s Youth Worker Award.
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Speakers named for Youth Work’s Crucial Role Conference
The first speakers for the third free annual NYA and LGA conference have been announced.
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Barclays VIP Visits Young People's Money Management Project
A group of young people from Haringey had the opportunity to showcase an innovative peer education project to senior executives and employees from Barclays
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NYA Gives Insight into Summer Riots
The National Youth Agency has produced a detailed analysis of last summer’s riots.
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First Thematic Briefing Launched on Knowledge Hub
NYA is launching a series of thematic briefings based on learning from the Tailored Support work.
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Youth Work Week Materials Available
The National Youth Agency has launched a batch of materials to support youth organisations and young people in celebrating Youth Work Week this year.
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Project to Develop Local Authority Business Partnerships for Young People
The National Youth Agency, through its Routes to Success programme of work with the Local Government Association, is to map and promote how the business community and local authorities can work together for the benefit of young people
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Have Your Say Now on Potential for Institute for Youth Work
Only two weeks left to have your say on the potential for an Institute for Youth Work. Consultation closes 31st July 2012.
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Improve Young People’s Services through Peer Review and Development
NYA, as part of its Routes to Success programme of work with the Local Government Association, is offering a small number of authorities the chance to engage with its Peer Review and Development programme.
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Youth Work Week Goes Global
Commonwealth joins forces with the National Youth Agency to promote the positive impact of youth work across 54 countries
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Conference to Investigate Youth Work’s Role in Troubled Families Agenda
The NYA & LGA are to hold a FREE one-day conference to provide senior managers with an insight into the role of youth work in the troubled families agenda.
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Debate Continues on Potential for Institute for Youth Work
The debate over a potential Institute for Youth Work is continuing as practitioners explore key issues through a new online forum.
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Government supports decade of social action opportunities for young Britons
The Government will work with the voluntary sector, schools and businesses to support a new generation of socially active and responsible young people, Minister for Civil Society Nick Hurd said today.
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National Youth Agency and O2 Think Big to Create NCS Legacy with Social Action Funding
NCS graduates will have the chance to continue their community projects in four regions of England thanks to a Social Action Fund grant awarded to NYA supported by O2 Think Big.
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Consultation Launched to Identify Feasibility of Institute for Youth Work
The youth sector is being asked to provide views on the latest proposals for an Institute for Youth Work (IYW).
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Barclays and Leading Charities Launch Financial Education Campaign
Barclays in partnership with the NYA and consortium of other leading charities have rolled out Barclays Money Skills 'champions'
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NYA Pilots Intensive Practice Placement with DeMontfort University
NYA has partnered with DeMontfort University to pilot an intensive practice placement for its NCS summer programme.
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Commissioning Guidance Supports Elected Member and Young People’s Involvement
The National Youth Agency has completed its series of Commissioning Toolkits with the launch of two new guidance documents
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Tower Hamlets Provide Quality Services to Young People
Services for young people in Tower Hamlets have been awarded the National Youth Agency Quality Mark, in recognition of the fantastic range available to young people. Tower
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NYA Chief Executive Comments on the Report into Last Summer's Riots
The National Youth Agency has welcomed the release of the official report into last summer’s Riots (After the Riots – the final report of the Riots Communities and Victims Panel). Chief Executive Fiona Blacke comments.
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Young people share top money tips with Jack Lopresti MP
Jack Lopresti MP has met a group of inspiring young people to learn about an innovative new money management project in Filton, South Gloucestershire.
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Early Success Story for Youth Financial Capability Project
A teenager, who had previously faced serious problems because of her debts, is one of the early success stories of Barclays Money Skills ‘champions’, an innovative youth
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NYA Urges Sector to Respond to Government Statutory Guidance Consultation
The NYA has welcomed the launch of the Government’s consultation into its proposed statutory guidance to local authorities and is urging the sector to respond.
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New research into occupational regulation
This is not an NYA survey but we are helping get the information out there - it is for JNC practitioners at both YSW and professional level and employers.
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Sector Views to Inform Commission into Sufficiency
The NYA's Commission into Sufficiency is seeking evidence from the across the youth sector to inform the development of a robust sufficiency model
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NYA to Launch Commission on Youth Service Provision
A commission to determine minimum levels of youth service provision at a local level is to be set up by the National Youth Agency.
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NYA Young Associate Receives MBE
Robyn Keeble, an NYA young associate, is to receive an MBE for services to Community Activism and Youth.
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National Youth Agency Chosen to Help Deliver NCS in 2012
The NYA, in partnership with O2 Think Big and two local delivery agencies, has been selected to run two National Citizen Service (NCS) pilot schemes in Kent and Warrington in 2012.
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First National Awards Recognise Youth Workers’ Community Contributions
The extraordinary contribution of youth workers to their communities was recognised at the first NYA Youth Worker Awards last night.
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Youth Work Week: 31 October - 6 November 2011
During Youth Work Week 2011 Youth Organisations, Youth Workers and Young People are Showcasing How Youth Work Supports Strong Communities
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Consultation on Potential for an Institute for Youth Work Launched
The National Youth Agency, as part of its work with the Catalyst consortium, has launched a consultation to assess the potential for an Institute for Youth Work
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Recognition for First Hear by Right Award Winners
Eight organisations are celebrating after being the first in the country to achieve the National Youth Agency’s Hear by Right Award in recognition of their commitment to young people’s participation in decision making processes.
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Youth Work Week 2011 to Highlight Contribution of Youth Work to Strong Communities
The National Youth Agency has announced the theme for Youth Work Week 2011 as “Youth Work - Bringing Communities Together”.
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National Youth Agency Chief Executive Says Engagement is Key To Finding Cause of Riots
Fiona Blacke, National Youth Agency chief executive has commented on the riots undertaken by young people in cities across the country.
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The Edge Gets a Makeover
The National Youth Agency, as part of its programme of work with the Local Government Group, has re-launched its free publication for elected members after giving it a cutting ‘edge’ makeover.
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Youth Consultation Informs Thames Valley Police’s Approach
Young people from Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire have provided their views on crime, anti-social behaviour and policing through a consultation undertaken by the NYA.
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Award Proves Youth Participation is More Than Just Talk for Leeds City Museum
Leeds City Museum’s commitment to placing young people’s voices at the heart of its operations has been recognised after being named the first to achieve the Hear by Right Award.
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New Publication Spans Generational Divide
The NYA, working with Beth Johnson Foundation, has launched a new publication to showcase youth-led intergenerational activity.
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Over Half of Young People Welcome Staying on in Education - But More Information and Advice is Needed
NYA research has found young people are in favour of plans to increase the age for remaining in education to 18 years old.
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NYA to Provide Route Map to Support Young People’s Services Change Journey
NYA has today launched Routes to Success - a programme of support for young people's services
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School Career Advice Teaches the Right Lesson
Eighty percent of young people value careers advice from schools and teachers, a new NYA study has revealed.
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Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Achieve NYA's Prestigious Participation Award
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has been recognised for its commitment to listen to the views of young people.
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Barclays Launch New Money Management Drive to Help One Million Young People by 2012
Barclays has announced three new youth charity partnerships, including the National Youth Agency, to bridge the financial education gap
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National Recognition for Young People's Leadership - Case Studies Needed!
We are looking for case studies of young people's leadership
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“Select Committee Adviser Appointment will provide a Strong and Powerful Voice for Youth Work”, says National Youth Agency
The NYA has welcomed the appointment of Tom Wylie to specialist adviser for the education select committee.
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Event Launched to Showcase Young People’s Research
An event is to be held to showcase research undertaken by the National Youth Agency’s Young Researcher Network.
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Sector Puts Forward Strong Evidence Base – National Youth Agency Responds to Select Committee Inquiry
NYA chief executive has reinforced the message about an evidence base, following her appearance at the Education Select Committee Inquiry.
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Parents and Carers Key to Information Provision for Young People
Young people value advice and guidance from parents and carers more than any other source, says a new report from the NYA and Local Government Association.
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National Youth Agency to Manage Promotion and Information for Youth in Action Programme
The National Youth Agency (NYA) has secured a contract with the British Council to provide information services and promote the Youth in Action programme in England.
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Cultivating Young Leaders to Bring About Change
A new publication from The Youth of Today reveals how we can cultivate young leaders to take the lead and bring about change.
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New National Youth Agency In-House Training Has Real Benefits for Youth Workers
NYA is offering youth organisations and local authorities the chance to host free in-house training courses.
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National Youth Agency Celebrates Excellent Youth Work at Award Ceremony
The National Youth Agency sponsored The Youth Work Award.
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National Youth Agency Celebrates Excellent Youth Work at Award Ceremony
The National Youth Agency sponsored The Youth Work Award.
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Young Voices.... Mature Views
‘I need someone who REALLY understands my situation.’ Emotional Well Being Report 2010: A National Voice.
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Excellent Youth Work Hits the Headlines for Youth Work Week
Youth organisations nationally showcased the great work they do with young people last week, by taking part in National Youth Work Week.
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New Report Highlights Value of Youth Work
A new report of local authority case studies has been launched to show the value of youth work.
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Research Grants Strengthen People’s Voices
NYA announces the winners of its Young Researchers Network 2010/11 grant programme.
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Mind the Gap - great news from Think Big!
Pop superstar Tulisa and TV legend Larry Lamb launch new campaign to get the generations talking
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Young People Use Volunteering as a Pathway to Employment
Research finds that opportunities provided by volunteering help young people to 'stay ahead of the competition' in the recession-hit labour market.
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Research Reviews Identify Best Practice for Children and Young People
C4EO publish research reviews on youth alcohol consumption, the impact of target youth support and positive activities.
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The Big Adult Society? Or do young people get a look in?
NYA is helping central and local government understand the value of youth work.
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National Youth Agency Stands by IAG Research Findings
NYA responds to comments made about the recently published IAG report.
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Youth Work at the Heart of Good Advice for Young People
A new study conducted by the National Youth Agency on behalf of the LG Association has found that young people value good and timely information, advice and guidance (IAG) when trying to make the right life decisions.
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Youth Work Revealed as Youth Career Choice
More young people are choosing youth work as a career than ever before, a National Youth Agency study has revealed.
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Partnership Promotes Employment Opportunities for Sports Leaders
Sports Leaders UK and NYA working in partnership to deliver a new resource that promotes training and employment in youth work for qualified Sports Leaders.
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Integrated Youth Support Services Reap Better Rewards for Young People
Local authorities feel the development of Integrated Youth Support Services (IYSS) has benefited young people, reveals new research.
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National Youth Agency Statement Re: Simon Beard
Since the arrest of Simon Beard on the 4th May the National Youth Agency (NYA) has worked closely with the Metropolitan Police to support their investigation.
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National Youth Agency Rewards Successful Participation with Young People
Press Release - 2 August 2010
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CYP Now campaign to champion youth services
CYP Now has launched a campaign to highlight the importance of providing services for young people.
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Citizen Service Will Provide More Opportunities says National Youth Agency
The National Youth Agency has welcomed the Coalition Government’s National Citizen Service (NCS), a two month summer programme for 16 year olds.
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New Quality Framework Launched for Integrated Services for Young People
The National Youth Agency has launched a new quality assurance system to help local authorities assess and improve their integrated services.
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Ban on Anti-Child Devices Welcomed by Children and Youth Experts
The National Youth Agency and the Children’s Commissioner for England have welcomed the Council for Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly move to ban Mosquitoes
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Events to Help Open the Book on Young People’s Reading
The National Youth Agency is holding a series of events to create new reading opportunities for young people aged between 14 and 19 who are not engaged in formal education or learning.
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Bill of Rights could strengthen the rights of children, says Children's Rights Alliance for England
In response to the coalition government's announcement to commission an investigation into a British Bill of Rights, the Children’s Rights Alliance for England welcomes this as an opportunity to consider how the Human Rights Act has improved children’s lives and to agree additional protection for children and others.
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Sky News report on Simon Beard
The National Youth Agency (NYA) is shocked to learn of the allegations against former employee and associate Simon Beard.