Since the outbreak of Coronavirus, there has been plenty of uncertainty and worry. Here at The Youth Association, we want to reassure you that although we can’t physically get together, … Continue reading Covid-19 Update
Hexthorpe working together to achieve a common goal
Our team in Hexthorpe has been on a mission this summer: We have teamed up with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust to support local people, and particularly younger people, to clear litter in … Continue reading Hexthorpe working together to achieve a common goal
Paul’s special note of thanks to TYA
I started the Young Upstarts course a bit later than others, but with the provided help of both Andy and Dmitry I progressed and was successful. It helped me in … Continue reading Paul’s special note of thanks to TYA
Andy’s Pennine Challenge
Our Chief Executive is making last-minute preparations to take on his biggest physical challenge yet and to raise vital funds for The Youth Association. Andy is aiming to walk the … Continue reading Andy’s Pennine Challenge
Snow wonder!
As part of our detached youth work programme in Monk Bretton, 8 local young people have learned to Ski. The darker winter nights mean that fewer young people are socializing outdoors, … Continue reading Snow wonder!
Jess adds some ‘Vibrance’ to TYA fundraising
Local young business woman, Jess Brooke, has donated £500 to sponsor a new fundraising pack for The Youth Association. Jess, who opened ‘Vibrance’ her hair and beauty salon based at … Continue reading Jess adds some ‘Vibrance’ to TYA fundraising
A Local Act for Local People?
On Friday 21st September, I attended the event organised jointly by Voluntary Action Leeds and Children England to raise awareness of the powers that are now open to local groups … Continue reading A Local Act for Local People?
Going for Silver
The Youth Association and Leeds City Museum will continue to work in partnership to go for the National Youth Agency Hear by Rights Silver Award.
UK Youth Parliament Elections 2012-2014
We are currently holding elections for Members of Youth Parliament (MYP) for Leeds and welcome applications from any young person who lives or goes to school in Leeds and who … Continue reading UK Youth Parliament Elections 2012-2014
Local funding for local people…
One way of tackling funding shortfalls is to raise the money previously provided by government and local government is to raise the money locally. Hackney Council for Voluntary Service is … Continue reading Local funding for local people…