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Activity Ideas: Things to do - Run a graffiti workshop

"Millions of pounds wasted just to clean the graffiti off walls. Why are these kids continuing to put their tag on my door? What are youth workers doing to prevent young people spray painting on my wall?" These are the words of a local resident living in my area of Queens Park, London.

Advice on... Multiple sclerosis

Thousands of young people in the UK are affected by the neurological condition multiple sclerosis. Toral Pattni explains the physical and psychological impact it can have and how youth workers can make settings a more inclusive place for sufferers

Excellent adventures

Twenty years since the Lyme Bay tragedy in which four young canoeists died, outdoor learning activities are enjoying a revival, says Charlotte Goddard, with proven benefits to children's long-term wellbeing

Rebel with a cause

Lauren Higgs talks to David Simmonds, chair of the LGA's children and young people board

Duke of Edinburgh’s Resilience Fund

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  • Tuesday, January 5, 2021
  • | CYP Now
The Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award has launched a Resilience Fund to help up to 12,000 disadvantaged young people participate in the awards scheme during the Covid-19 crisis.

Here come the girls

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  • Tuesday, February 25, 2020
  • | CYP Now
To mark International Women’s Day this month, Charlotte Goddard reports on the work of Getaway Girls, which has supported the achievement and aspirations of young women for more than 30 years.

Leading Work with Young People

Edited by Roger Harrison, Cathy Benjamin, Sheila Curran and Rob HunterPublished by the Open University/Sage322 pagesISBN 978141284604919.99

Speaking Out

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  • Wednesday, December 19, 2007
  • | CYP Now
Cost: Free downloadsContact: 020 7278 1041The "Policy" section of www.ncvys.org.uk

Log on to ... Setting up a home

    Features
  • Thursday, January 10, 2008
  • | CYP Now
It can be a daunting experience creating a home for the first time, especially for a teenager who has been forced to do so due to difficult circumstances. Tim Burke searches the internet for the best youth-friendly accommodation advice.

Advice on ... Cannabis

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  • Thursday, January 10, 2008
  • | CYP Now
One in five teenagers and young adults admit to using cannabis despite growing fears about its long-term effects. DrugScope's Ruth Goldsmith explains why it can be harmful and what policies youth projects should have in place.

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