The NYA welcomes the publication of the government’s new guidance for Tier 1 local authorities on their statutory duty to provide young people with access to youth work activities to support their wellbeing and to promote their personal and social development, in line with section 507B of the Education Act 1996. The new guidance makes … Continued

New guidance entitled, Youth Work in Private Dwellings: Safety first – no compromises, published by the National Youth Agency (NYA) on 21 September, advises against delivering youth work in private dwellings such as homes, garages and gardens. Exceptions include where there is no alternative location locally, or where the young person is facing particular challenges, … Continued

One of the joys of my job is meeting others driven by the same conviction of working in partnership with young people to improve their outcomes and help them assert their purpose and voice in their communities.  That’s what youth work is fundamentally all about. Many people working in the sector literally owe their own … Continued

National Youth Agency announces further investment from NatWest to roll out NatWest Thrive and to build the skills and capacity of the youth work sector The National Youth Agency (NYA) is excited to announce a further five-year commitment of support from NatWest Group which will help build young people’s confidence with money and enable them … Continued

Six young people who took part in NatWest Thrive during 2022 had the unforgettable experience of meeting Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort at a special event at the Norbrook Community Centre, Wythenshawe, Manchester today. Their Majesties joined National Youth Agency CEO, Leigh Middleton, Alison Rose, CEO NatWest, Marg Jobling, Chief Marketing Officer, … Continued

As part of our ‘Spotlight on…’ series for Youth Work Week, Lydia in NYA’s Policy team interviewed Louise from KICK, based in Cambridgeshire. Lydia: Tell us about your role at KICK, and what KICK delivers. Louise: I’m Louise McCoy and I’m the operations manager. KICK is a youth work charity based in St. Ives in Cambridgeshire. … Continued

As part of our ‘Spotlight on…’ series for Youth Work Week, Lydia in NYA’s Policy team interviewed Darren from Walton Youth and Community Project, based in Liverpool. Lydia: Could you tell me what Walton youth and Community project does? Darren: I’m Darren and I’m the Youth and Community Manager at Walton Youth and Community Project. We’re … Continued

The film is being released to celebrate Youth Work Week #YWW22 by Football Beyond Borders in partnership with the National Youth Agency  Youth Worker, Sam Hulme, features in film discussing life in Bolton and his journey into the profession The film calls on the government to: Back investment in youth work, creating opportunities with young … Continued