Present – Anna, Alfie, Jack, Rich Happy with the things we do but Alfie said school field preferable. Jack likes lighting fires and Anna said all good. School Field 1. Our number one aim is to get a storage container for the field. We need to raise the money to get it. Suggested we run […]
Swimming Today
What a treat we had today. We visited Hustyns today and had a very lovely swim in an amazing swimming pool. We gathered in Lerryn car park and headed out across some snowy roads, thankfully now some what clearer, pass the village of Withiel (we live in Lostwithiel) and arrived at Hustyns. It is fantastic. […]
It makes a difference for this one
I have always tried to work with people rather than numbers. Some funding requirements nowadays push for numbers, I believe we need to push for quality rather than quantity. In this respect I thought I would share with you a story: Once upon a time, there was an old man who used to go to […]
In Praise of Teenagers
Why are we so down on teenagers. A while ago, I saw a man in his 70’s drunk, being abusive and hating on people. So, do I now parade around town asking, “What am I going to do about all these 70 year old people?” You laugh and you can see the ridiculous nature of […]
The Importance of Listening
I cannot stress the importance of detached youth work. I am sad that this important role has been lost and I feel society has become a lot shallower because of it. Issues and concerns surrounding isolation, access to good public transport, deprivation and resilience, along with caring responsibilities become evident through the “one to one” […]
Empowerment
the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life and claiming one’s rights. When it comes to working with young people, empowerment becomes an attitude all youth workers must adopt. The way we engage with young people should ensure that our working practice is always working towards young people taking control […]
A Challenge to Men
Don’t forget Peter Pan. Not a boy who never grew up but a boy who understood the importance of play. “A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men.” ― Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator Roald Dahl sums it up perfectly. To play is to just get stuck in […]
Detached Youth Work
From “Thinking on your feet, The Prince’s Trust” Detached Youth Work is a model of youth work practice, targeted at vulnerable young people, which takes place on young people’s own territory such as streets, cafes, parks and pubs at times that are appropriate to them and on their terms. It begins from where young people […]
What does community mean to you?
I love living in Lostwithiel, I have a fantastic family and an amazing home. But I could pick my family up and move them anywhere. I could find a home in many different locations. What community means to me is this. This morning I woke up and took my dog for a walk. I saw […]
Youth Engagement – A Vision
Identify young people most at risk of disengagement Speaks for itself really. Strengthen employability This is not necessarily about equipping with skills. Young people need the discipline that comes from working. i.e. Be in work by 9, work until 5, no smoking, no swearing in work etc…. Social change We need to engage with the […]
Young People
What I try to tell young people is that if you come together with a mission, and its grounded with love and a sense of community, you can make the impossible possible. John Lewis
Off-Grid Generator
We made a grant to our Deanery Synod asking for money for a generator and video projector to help with the youth work. This is the application. To meet the physical, intellectual and spiritual needs of young people over the age of 11. To ensure young people find purpose in their lives To have fun […]