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@secretyouthworker.bsky.social

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Youth Work Specialist - 20 Years Experience - Micro blog - Reflections, Support & Tips - Follow me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=james-joseph-o-4a1347336

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The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Apr 19

Youth Workers Scrapbook!

Filled with Free #youthwork Sessions Plans and Youth Voice Data with Actionable Insights

Updated on a monthly basis

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Youth Workers Scrapbook

youthworkersscrapbook.blogspot.com

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Jun 22

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Apr 19

Youth Workers Scrapbook!

Filled with Free #youthwork Sessions Plans and Youth Voice Data with Actionable Insights

Updated on a monthly basis

youthworkersscrapbook.blogspot.com?m=1

Youth Workers Scrapbook

youthworkersscrapbook.blogspot.com

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Apr 10

MEASURING IMPACT #YOUTHWORK

The Million-Dollar Question in Youth Work:
How do we measure the impact of our work?

How do we know if we're really making a lasting difference?

Let's move beyond just counting numbers and start measuring what really matters!

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Apr 8

REFLECTION #YOUTHWORK

The best youth workers I’ve worked with all have one thing in common:

They reflect. Constantly.

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The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 30

MOTHERS #YOUTHWORK

Although not always the case mothers can play a key role in helping us support their child in Targeted interventions. So in celebration of #mothersday

Here's what I do to make the relationship truly collaborative.

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 29

#youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

✔️ What’s the one thing young people should take away?
✔️ Can I communicate it simply?
✔️ Can I scale learning engagement without disrupting the flow?

#youthwork 6/6

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

🔑 The best sessions aren’t the ones that look great on paper when you show your manager, they’re the ones where young people go home having understood and learnt something.

Now, I always ask myself:

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

1️⃣ Simplicity Wins → Strip it back to one clear focus.
2️⃣ Adapt Mid-Session → If they’re struggling, adjust on the fly.
3️⃣ Age Perspective → If I were their age, would I understand this?

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

A session only works if the young people understand it.

It didn’t matter how detailed or innovative my plan was, if they couldn’t grasp it quickly, it wasn’t effective.

💡 What I learned:

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

I was convinced it would be my best session yet.

But once we started, chaos unfolded.

❌ Young people were confused.
❌ Multi choice answers met with confused questions.
❌ Frustration replaced Engagement.

That was the moment it hit me
By the end, I was explaining more than they were learning.

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 26

SIMPLE SESSIONS #YOUTHWORK

Early in my youth work career, I designed what I thought was the perfect session on the dangers of stereotypes for a group of young people aged 12-13.

→ Relevant real world examples
→ Multiple choice answers
→ Layered counters to promote discussion

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The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 1

I asked 50 males and 50 females aged between 12-16 if they like to engage with certain activities at our youth hubs. Here are the answers #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Mar 1

I asked 75 young people that i work with whats the single biggest concern for them in our local area, See the data picture for answers in full. #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 12

To better understand the positive impact of youth clubs I work in, I asked 66 young people aged between 12-16 how they felt their life had improved since coming to youth club. Here are the results #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 7

Things to Highlight on your #youthwork CV

1. Your expertise! Showcase what makes you unique:

2 Mentoring experience and successful programmes

3• Training that eligns with your expertise

4 • #youthworkers success under your leadership

5 • Technical knowledge - analysis, measuring outcomes

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 6

Focused activities are great tools to have the best conversations with young people #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 6

#youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Jan 22

"How do I make the young people feel comfatable around me"?

A question I was asked from a new staff member yesterday during her supervision. I told her

Authenticity builds connection:

Strong relationships arise naturally from genuine curiosity and consistent, meaningful interactions. #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 3

Dont run session like everyone else!

Use ur personality to run sessions the way u do.

Remember

Make more decisions = make more mistakes

Its all learning #youthwork

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 3

Watched the knife crime doc on BBC, Horrifying watch!. Politicians must corelate the data of the increase in violence with the closing down of activities for young people. The youth dont just need policing they need resourcing!

More youth clubs
More Free activities
Employment opportunites

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The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 2

In #youthwork where generations change and you have to adapt to new ways its always important to keep learning

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Feb 1

Love the process

#youthwork is an infinite skill; no one ever "completes" it.

A growth mindset, curiosity, and enthusiasm are crucial for longevity.

Organic learning matters

Experiences in #youthwork, even in unpredictable environments, shape essential skills.

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Jan 31

Whats your thoughts?

The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Jan 31

Im a big advocate for open access youth groups.

I think for too long we have only prioritise Targeted #Youthwork when both should coexists.

I did a consultation feedback form woth young people recently and safe space was words that they used a couple times so i got no issue with the term

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The #YouthWorkers Scrap Book @secretyouthworker.bsky.social · Jan 31

Ingrediants for an attractive (to young people) youth provision

1. Engaging Activities
2.Trusted #youthworkers
3. Food

#youthwork

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