Youth Social Action is about young people leading change in their communities. Suffolk’s Youth Social Action programme is empowering young people to come up with ideas that can help improve their communities.The programme, supported by Suffolk County Council, Volunteering Matters and local partners and organisations, is delivering youth-led “Hackathon” events (also known as “Hacks”) across […]
We want to keep you informed about services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Suffolk. Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) recently checked how things are improving. They said there has been a big step forward in SEND services. What is getting better? What does this mean […]
As the 2024–2026 term comes to an end, Suffolk’s Members of the UK Youth Parliament are passing the torch to a new generation and want to share a quick message with you all. We want to give a huge shoutout to our amazing members: Hermione, Kayleb, Mohamad and Henry and everything they’ve achieved, including: Thank […]
Every June we support Power of Youth Day which marks how young people across the country can come together and make a real difference to their community through social action. This year’s theme is focussed on ‘Common Ground’ and looks at how, in a world that can feel increasingly divided, common ground can help us […]
Our mental health is shaped by the environments and circumstances in which we live. This Mental Health Awareness Week is focussed on what actions we can take to boost our mental health. While some things we have no control over, we do have the power to take action to boost our wellbeing. Even small actions […]
Want to help shape youth projects across Suffolk and gain valuable experience at the same time!Join a team of young co-evaluators and work alongside the University of Suffolk to explore what works for young people, what could be improved for young people, and get involved with youth-led hackathons and projects to support young people in […]
Shared on behalf of Steph, please share and donate if you can 🙌 “I am doing a run 21st May for Comfort Cases UK raising money to help provide comfort cases for those in the care system in the UK with my apprenticeship provider, Gingernut Training. This charity is very special to me as I […]
Fred Olsen is a Suffolk based cruise company offering opportunities to young people beginning their career journey. They will be at Inspire in Ipswich to tell you more. This is a great opportunity for anyone local to Ipswich. You don’t need to be interested in cruises but the roles vary from Find out more about […]
Relationships enquiry The Government want to understand the impact of instability on children’s relationships, what can be done to prevent instability, and how children’s connections to the people and communities that matter to them can best be strengthened and maintained. It’s time to give your views, so why not register your interest to join the […]
Check out these workshops! Post-16 events (for 14 – 25 year olds) – Each offer is online Workshop 1 – Finding your voice 12th March 6:00-6:45pm Please book via this link to the ticketing website: https://buytickets.at/improvementeast/2063581 This event brings together pupils a to share their experiences, spark meaningful conversations, and celebrate the power of youth […]