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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · Jan 29

🚨 Youth services have been cut by over £1 billion since 2010.

New figures from YMCA reveal that local authority spending on youth services in England has dropped by 73% since 2010-11—a real-term cut of £1.2 billion. In Wales, funding has fallen by 27% (£16.6m). 🧵👇

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 18h

Find out how we’re empowering the next generation: bit.ly/3LlWNeI
#YouthWorkWeek #BuildingAspirations #IntactInsurance #RiseUp #UKYouth #Employability #YouthEmpowerment

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 18h

Also, 22 have moved into employment within 12 weeks of completing the programme.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 18h

Since January, RISE UP has supported over 250 young people across the UK.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 18h

Through our partnership with Intact Insurance, the Building Aspirations programme is helping young people develop essential employability skills, confidence, and career direction — with delivery partners like RISE UP leading the way.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 18h

This #YouthWorkWeek, we’re proud to celebrate the power of youth work in building brighter futures.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 1d

🌟 It’s #YouthWorkWeek 2025!

We’re celebrating the youth workers and organisations creating safe spaces, trusted support, and brighter futures for young people.

👉 Follow along for more exciting updates as we continue to showcase and champion the importance of youth work for young people. 💙

#YWW25

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 5d

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating the strength, creativity & leadership of Black communities — past, present & future.

Hear from our staff, explore Young Changemakers, our anti-racism work & top 5 staff book picks.

💛Explore more resources here - www.ukyouth.org/2025/10/beyo...

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 7d

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re proud to share how our team at UK Youth has been learning from EDP Training on anti-racism and inclusion.

It’s part of our ongoing journey to lead with power, pride, and purpose — and to build brighter futures for all young people.

💫 Read more - bit.ly/43BCLTx

Learning to Lead Differently: How Anti-Racism Training is Shaping Brighter Futures at UK Youth - UK Youth

Standing Firm in Power and Pride At UK Youth, we believe that building brighter futures starts from within. As we mark Black History Month 2025 and reflect on this year’s theme: “Standing Firm in Pow...

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 8d

We’re covering the costs of wills up to £150 – so you can write a simple will for free, or get a discounted will with trust. You can write or update your will today: 🌐 Online - octopuslegacy.com/onlin…
📞 Over the phone
🏠 At home or in-branch

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 8d

Writing or updating your will doesn’t have to be complicated. We’ve partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy, to make it simple – and free.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 11d

This Black History Month, we're celebrating "Standing Firm in Power and Pride." Our Young Changemakers program, funded by players of People's Postcode Lottery, is empowering young Black women to lead on mental health advocacy and drive change.

👉 Read the blog to find out more - bit.ly/4qIjx8X

Young Changemakers | Getaway Girls | #MyHairStory

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 14d

Sho, a UK Youth employee in the External Relations team, shares his thoughts on the importance of representation, celebrating Black excellence, and building inclusive spaces at work.

Hear more from Sho and explore resources this Black History Month on our blog.

👉 Read now: bit.ly/43mt2QQ

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 19d

Trisha founded it after the loss of her daughter. The Academy empowers vulnerable young girls in South London to thrive.
#UKYouth #Primark #AshdonJazzAcademy #YouthSupport #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 19d

💙 Our team, alongside Primark, recently visited Ashdon Jazz Academy — one of the inspiring grantees of the UK Youth Fund – Community Impact.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 22d

We cover the costs of wills up to £150 – so you can write a simple will for free, or get a discounted will with trust. octopuslegacy.com/online-will?...

So: what change will you spark?

#changestartswithawill

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 22d

We’ve partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy, to offer you the chance to write or update your will for free, online, over the phone or in person with one of their expert will writers or solicitors.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 22d

Writing a will is a chance to make a difference to UK Youth. Including a gift in your will could help ensure society understands, champions, and delivers effective youth work for all.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 22d

It’s your chance to leave the kind of legacy that lasts long after you've gone. Having a will doesn’t just save your loved ones time, money and stress, but it’s an opportunity to be part of a bigger kind of change too.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 22d

Writing a will isn’t for you.
It's for the people you love, to make their lives easier.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

🙏 A huge thank you to our funders and to the 99 organisations who’ve been part of this journey. Your work continues to inspire and drive change.
🔗 www.ukyouth.org/thriving-min...

Thriving Minds: Learning Hub - UK Youth

Discover insights from three years of Thriving Minds, exploring how youth work supports young people’s mental health. Learnings and resources coming soon.

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

Youth League in Dagenham works with children & young people from global majority and diverse backgrounds. They run programmes that foster social integration, develop young leaders through training & volunteering, promote health & wellbeing, & improve employability. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKqV...

Youth League| The UK Youth Fund: Thriving Minds

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

Brightstar Boxing uses boxing, mentoring & education to empower vulnerable and at-risk young people across the West Midlands, helping them build confidence, improve wellbeing & create brighter futures through its academy, alternative education & community programmes. www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1Vs...

Brightstar Boxing Academy | The UK Youth Fund: Thriving Minds

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

Forth Spring is based at the Springfield/Woodvale interface in Belfast, supporting post-conflict transformation. They provide inclusive, cross-community programmes for all ages – including youth work, school partnerships, affordable childcare and community activities. www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8Sj...

Forthspring | The UK Youth Fund: Thriving Minds

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UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

🎬 We're spotlighting powerful case study films from our incredible Thriving Minds grantees - grassroots youth organisations doing vital work to benefit young people’s mental health. Their stories bring to life the transformative impact of youth work & the dedication of youth workers across the UK.

UK Youth @ukyouth.bsky.social · 25d

It’s designed to equip youth organisations, youth work practitioners, policymakers, and funders with useful information that will help them strengthen their support for young people.