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  1. NYA to Launch Commission on Youth Service Provision

    20 Jan 12

    A commission to determine minimum levels of youth service provision at a local level is to be set up by the National Youth Agency.


  2. NYA Young Associate Receives MBE

    03 Jan 12

    Robyn Keeble, an NYA young associate, is to receive an MBE for services to Community Activism and Youth.


  3. National Youth Agency Chosen to Help Deliver NCS in 2012

    28 Nov 11

    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.


  4. First National Awards Recognise Youth Workers’ Community Contributions

    03 Nov 11

    The extraordinary contribution of youth workers to their communities was recognised at the first NYA Youth Worker Awards last night.


  5. Youth Work Week: 31 October - 6 November 2011

    31 Oct 11

    During Youth Work Week 2011 Youth Organisations, Youth Workers and Young People are Showcasing How Youth Work Supports Strong Communities


  6. Consultation on Potential for an Institute for Youth Work Launched

    27 Sep 11

    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


  7. Recognition for First Hear by Right Award Winners

    05 Sep 11

    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.


  8. Youth Work Week 2011 to Highlight Contribution of Youth Work to Strong Communities

    19 Aug 11

    The National Youth Agency has announced the theme for Youth Work Week 2011 as “Youth Work - Bringing Communities Together”.


  9. National Youth Agency Chief Executive Says Engagement is Key To Finding Cause of Riots

    10 Aug 11

    Fiona Blacke, National Youth Agency chief executive has commented on the riots undertaken by young people in cities across the country.


  10. The Edge Gets a Makeover

    05 Aug 11

    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.


  11. Youth Consultation Informs Thames Valley Police’s Approach

    19 May 11

    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.


  12. Award Proves Youth Participation is More Than Just Talk for Leeds City Museum

    19 May 11

    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.


  13. New Publication Spans Generational Divide

    03 May 11

    The NYA, working with Beth Johnson Foundation, has launched a new publication to showcase youth-led intergenerational activity.


  14. Over Half of Young People Welcome Staying on in Education - But More Information and Advice is Needed

    21 Apr 11

    NYA research has found young people are in favour of plans to increase the age for remaining in education to 18 years old.


  15. NYA to Provide Route Map to Support Young People’s Services Change Journey

    19 Apr 11

    NYA has today launched Routes to Success - a programme of support for young people's services


  16. School Career Advice Teaches the Right Lesson

    31 Mar 11

    Eighty percent of young people value careers advice from schools and teachers, a new NYA study has revealed.


  17. Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Achieve NYA's Prestigious Participation Award

    15 Mar 11

    The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has been recognised for its commitment to listen to the views of young people.


  18. Barclays Launch New Money Management Drive to Help One Million Young People by 2012

    02 Mar 11

    Barclays has announced three new youth charity partnerships, including the National Youth Agency, to bridge the financial education gap


  19. “Select Committee Adviser Appointment will provide a Strong and Powerful Voice for Youth Work”, says National Youth Agency

    07 Feb 11

    The NYA has welcomed the appointment of Tom Wylie to specialist adviser for the education select committee.


  20. Event Launched to Showcase Young People’s Research

    02 Feb 11

    An event is to be held to showcase research undertaken by the National Youth Agency’s Young Researcher Network.


  21. Sector Puts Forward Strong Evidence Base – National Youth Agency Responds to Select Committee Inquiry

    28 Jan 11

    NYA chief executive has reinforced the message about an evidence base, following her appearance at the Education Select Committee Inquiry.


  22. Parents and Carers Key to Information Provision for Young People

    24 Jan 11

    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.


  23. National Youth Agency to Manage Promotion and Information for Youth in Action Programme

    19 Jan 11

    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.


  24. Cultivating Young Leaders to Bring About Change

    10 Jan 11

    A new publication from The Youth of Today reveals how we can cultivate young leaders to take the lead and bring about change.


  25. New National Youth Agency In-House Training Has Real Benefits for Youth Workers

    23 Nov 10

    NYA is offering youth organisations and local authorities the chance to host free in-house training courses.


  26. Young Voices.... Mature Views

    16 Nov 10

    ‘I need someone who REALLY understands my situation.’ Emotional Well Being Report 2010: A National Voice.


  27. Excellent Youth Work Hits the Headlines for Youth Work Week

    11 Nov 10

    Youth organisations nationally showcased the great work they do with young people last week, by taking part in National Youth Work Week.


  28. New Report Highlights Value of Youth Work

    05 Nov 10

    A new report of local authority case studies has been launched to show the value of youth work.


  29. Research Grants Strengthen People’s Voices

    03 Nov 10

    NYA announces the winners of its Young Researchers Network 2010/11 grant programme.


  30. Mind the Gap - great news from Think Big!

    07 Oct 10

    Pop superstar Tulisa and TV legend Larry Lamb launch new campaign to get the generations talking


  31. Young People Use Volunteering as a Pathway to Employment

    07 Oct 10

    Research finds that opportunities provided by volunteering help young people to 'stay ahead of the competition' in the recession-hit labour market.


  32. Research Reviews Identify Best Practice for Children and Young People

    28 Sep 10

    C4EO publish research reviews on youth alcohol consumption, the impact of target youth support and positive activities.


  33. The Big Adult Society? Or do young people get a look in?

    21 Sep 10

    NYA is helping central and local government understand the value of youth work.


  34. National Youth Agency Stands by IAG Research Findings

    10 Sep 10

    NYA responds to comments made about the recently published IAG report.


  35. Youth Work at the Heart of Good Advice for Young People

    08 Sep 10

    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.


  36. Youth Work Revealed as Youth Career Choice

    07 Sep 10

    More young people are choosing youth work as a career than ever before, a National Youth Agency study has revealed.


  37. Partnership Promotes Employment Opportunities for Sports Leaders

    01 Sep 10

    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.


  38. Integrated Youth Support Services Reap Better Rewards for Young People

    12 Aug 10

    Local authorities feel the development of Integrated Youth Support Services (IYSS) has benefited young people, reveals new research.


  39. National Youth Agency Statement Re: Simon Beard

    06 Aug 10

    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.


  40. CYP Now campaign to champion youth services

    27 Jul 10

    CYP Now has launched a campaign to highlight the importance of providing services for young people.


  41. Citizen Service Will Provide More Opportunities says National Youth Agency

    23 Jul 10

    The National Youth Agency has welcomed the Coalition Government’s National Citizen Service (NCS), a two month summer programme for 16 year olds.


  42. New Quality Framework Launched for Integrated Services for Young People

    22 Jul 10

    The National Youth Agency has launched a new quality assurance system to help local authorities assess and improve their integrated services.


  43. Ban on Anti-Child Devices Welcomed by Children and Youth Experts

    25 Jun 10

    The National Youth Agency and the Children’s Commissioner for England have welcomed the Council for Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly move to ban Mosquitoes


  44. Events to Help Open the Book on Young People’s Reading

    01 Jun 10

    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.


  45. Bill of Rights could strengthen the rights of children, says Children's Rights Alliance for England

    21 May 10

    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.


  46. Sky News report on Simon Beard

    04 May 10

    The National Youth Agency (NYA) is shocked to learn of the allegations against former employee and associate Simon Beard.