SCVYS provide development support to voluntary Children, Families and Youth organisations in Staffordshire including family support groups, junior/senior youth clubs, uniformed organisations, LGBTQI+ groups, SEND & Disability groups, sports, arts and faith organisations.
External link for Staffordshire Council of Voluntary Youth Services
Philanthropy House, Priestly Court, Staffordshire Technology Park
Stafford, ST18 0LQ, GB
Voluntary youth organisations like Fun Club rely on funding and volunteers, including those willing to act as trustees. These roles can be so rewarding as you get to see the positive impact on the young people who engage. We'd highly recommend giving a few quid or voluntary hours to support organisations like this. 👍
Check us out, if you would like to support this great Charity with funding, volunteering or becoming a trustee , please get in touch funclubyp@gmail.com
A national survey of young people on violence looking at many of the themes we explored 18 months ago. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🚨YEF today published the Largest ever survey of UK teenagers on violence. 5 facts you need to know 👇 1. Violence is depressingly common. In the last year, 1 in 5 teens were victims. 1 in 6 perpetrated violence. Over 1 in 2 witnessed violence. Worse news: Things seem to be getting worse. 2. Why does this violence happen? Main reason: because a child felt threatened, humiliated, bullied or attacked. But hate also plays a part - a third of children who injure others say that part of the reason was the race, religion, sexuality or gender of the victim. 3. How are we doing at helping these children? Not great. 9 out of 10 children who injure someone get NO SUPPORT to change things. Imagine how things would change if we got support in place? 4. What’s infuriating is that we often know which children need support. It’s the SAME children (Severely absent, Arrested, Missing, Excluded). Huge opportunity for the new government to get support to them and change things. 5. BUT it's totally wrong to think that violence is a niche problem for some children. 1 in 2 teens changed their behaviour last year because of the fear of violence. 1 in 5 struggled to sleep. This is about all of us and it’s time to change it. You can read the whole report here. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be this way. https://lnkd.in/ee47ECNM
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A great opportunity for any BD contacts to join a super friendly, supportive and successful team!
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Director of Public Policy and Partnerships at John Lyon's Charity, Chair of YPF Trust, Governor at Highams Park Academy Trust
The YPF Trust has a new CEO!
Introducing our new CEO, Chris Murray! After a comprehensive recruitment process, the YPF Trust board are delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Murray as the new CEO of the YPF Trust. Chris has had an illustrious 30-year career in children and youth services in senior and executive levels locally, regionally and nationally. His roles have included being a Detached Youth Worker, Assistant Director of Youth Services in Norfolk County Council and for the last five years he has been the CEO of Young Brent Foundation. In his own words: “I am thrilled to accept the position of CEO of the Young People’s Foundation Trust. This opportunity represents an exciting new chapter for me, and I am eager to bring my experiences, knowledge, and enthusiasm to the Trust. I look forward to contributing to the Trust’s continued success and advocating on behalf of the Local Youth Partnerships and the Young People's Foundations. I am ready to hit the ground running and to make a positive impact for the children and young people's sector.” Chris will be starting at the end of January 2025, and we look forward to welcoming him! Erik Mesel Chair of YPF Trust
It has been quite a week. On Tuesday our CEO, Phil Pusey MBE, accompanied by his family, was presented with his award by William, Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle. On Wednesday, our PSHE Education Service hosted their first all-day conference with over 220 delegates from schools, alternative education providers, youth settings and partner agencies. Delegates went away more aware of the support available from the Service, more confident about delivering PSHE in their settings and more knowledgeable about who and what else was out there to help both them and the young people they are supporting. Last night we held our AGM, expertly chaired by Jeremy Cotton, where we: * Were joined by Judy Scott-Moncrieff representing Staffordshire's Lord Lieutenant and therefore King Charles (who couldn't be with us due to birthday celebrations), Mark Sutton, Natasha Moody as well as Staff (current and future), Trustees, Member organisations and Young People. * Celebrated the achievements of the last 12 months * Launched our updated State of the Voluntary Youth and Children's Sector Report which can be accessed here - https://lnkd.in/eZ9JhVZB * Gave out 3 Impact Awards to member organisations and their volunteers * Heard from Tom and Caitlyn on their busy year with Staffordshire Youth Union, our elected youth council * Heard from Bernie Brown, Staffordshire's (still relatively new) Director of Children's Services. * Enjoyed time to network over a great buffet. Thank you to all who came along to celebrate with us. Keep up the brilliant work supporting local children and young people across Staffordshire.
A fab day of learning and networking, mixed in with fun and food. And a healthy reminder of why we all do what we do, which is to positive support and impact the lives of children and young people so they can grow and thrive. A great way to help the connection between formal and informal education too.
Wow wow wow. What a day, I’m not sure I’ve fully absorbed today, such a humbling experience. To hear the comments about todays conference, the service we provide and resources we’ve created was an incredible. Sometimes you have an idea and you hope you’ve got it right but you are just never sure. Today wouldn’t have been possible without funding from UK Home Office Safer Streets, Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire and Rescue and Crime. Support from Staffordshire Council of Voluntary Youth Services and all our guest speakers, marketplace stall holders, helpers/cheerleaders, and most importantly our delegates. I can’t wait to see the impact today, read the feedback and hear about people’s action plans. A very wise woman, my ex-line manager, once told me that training should always give people the opportunity to reflect on their practice and build upon it. If it doesn’t do that it’s not a good use of your time as the trainer or theirs. I’ve always kept these words at the heart of my practice and I hope today has truly done that. Here’s to more consistent, quality, age-appropriate PSHE education in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 👏👏👏
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Have you met some of our wonderful YESS team? 👫 Here’s an introduction to just some of the YESS staff members who are making an amazing contribution to the wellbeing of others 🧠. Keep your eyes peeled to meet more of the team soon! #YESS #youremotionalsupportservice #mentalhealthservice #charity #community #uttoxeter #nonprofit #mentalhealthservices #counselling #therapy #therapyservices #staffordshire
We are in the midst of Trustee Week, celebrating the crucial role of these amazing volunteers who do so much to ensure the charitable sector is run compliantly and with maximum positive impact. We are so grateful to our Trustee Board who are unwaveringly supportive, yet constructively challenging, bringing strength to our strategic direction of travel and operational oversight. Watch Alana and Zander, 2 young trustees on our Board, share their journey and the value young people can bring to Boards. https://lnkd.in/gSF9sCWW
Our 2024 Member Census is out now! It reveals an amazingly resilient local youth and children's voluntary sector in Staffordshire despite the challenges of the current operating environment. Here are just a few highlights, but it is worth a few minutes of your time to read the whole report: 🎬 Over 50,000 participants 🎬 Over 10,000 volunteer roles being fulfilled 🎬 70% growth in under 18s volunteering as young leaders 🎬 95% of members consider themselves to be SEND inclusive Well done to all members for your superb support of local children, young people and families. 👏 👏 👏 👏 https://lnkd.in/enRhrNpG