The Youth Social Podcast
A series of podcasts designed to maximise the potential of teens and young adults.
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
For our podcast 'Exploring Careers in Visual Arts', host Graham Sykes is joined by successful illustrator Pete O'Toole and Scott Clayton, Careers Adviser at C+K.
Pete talks about how he became a successful illustrator. From drawing as a child, through to working with some of his dream clients, Pete gives an honest view on what it's like working in the sector and his top tips if you want to a career in the visual arts.
This podcast was produced by Fourteen19®, C+K and Evoke Kirklees. It was funded by IVE - the Arts Council Bridge Organisation for Yorkshire and Humber.
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Louis was taken into care as a small child. Listen as he talks about his positive time in care and what he believes is the secret to a successful placement.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Josh H has had a mixed time in care – whilst his placement has been a good experience, he has been separated from his younger brother(s) which has caused a number of personal challenges. Listen and hear what he is cooking for his future.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Odette was taken into care as a baby and has spent her entire life in the care system. Listen as she documents her life in care, how Covid saved her life and how she is now thriving at university.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced.
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Matt was made homeless as a teen as struggles at college put pressures on his family unit. Listen to his experience and how he is rebuilding his life now he has the security of his own flat.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Sophie was taken into care as a teenager. Listen as she talks honestly about going missing and getting kicked out of school and college, and how she has turned her live around and is now at university.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Josh P has overcome a number of issues whilst in care. Listen as he talks honestly about how he dealt with the many challenges in his life.
Thank you to The National Lottery Community Grants for funding this project and making it possible for young people in care to share their experienced. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/
If you are affected by any of the issues discussed in this podcast please talk to your PA or support worker.
If you would like independent advice, here’s a list of relevant support services with weblinks that offer additional support to looked-after children and care-experienced teens and young adults:
The Care Leavers’ Association
A user-led charity that supports care leavers of all ages and promotes the rights of care-experienced individuals.
https://www.careleavers.com
The Children’s Society
The Children's Society provides support for vulnerable young people, including those who are looked after or have left care.
https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk
Coram Voice
Coram Voice offers advocacy, advice, and support to children and young people in care or who have recently left care.
https://coramvoice.org.uk
National Care Advisory Service (NCAS)
NCAS is part of Catch22, offering advice and guidance for young people transitioning from care to independent living.
https://www.catch-22.org.uk/what-we-do/childrens-social-care/care-leavers/
Barnardo’s Care Leaver Services
Barnardo's provides services for care leavers to help them transition into independent living, education, or employment.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/leaving-care
Just for Kids Law
This organisation supports young people in care and care leavers with legal advice, advocacy, and support.
https://www.justforkidslaw.org
If you would like more youth-related podcast content, check out the What The Friday youth podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BXIcHaznBB22boZhWLVMt?si=7db1508114594f00
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-the-friday-youth-podcast/id1684528663
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YouthSocialCIC
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
On the eve of a general election, Youth Social have been working with three students at Brooksbank Sixth Form in Calderdale to look at how youth voices can be heard by local councillors and civic leaders and used to influence decision making.
To help communicate the views of young people, the students have produced this podcast.
They created a questionnaire which was completed by sixth form and year 11 students. This survey looked at how important certain issues were for young people (e.g. having a good career, living in a safe area, socialising with friends etc.) and then how they rated Elland for them. Participants were also asked if they could improve one aspect of the local area – what would they change.
The data was then analysed and forms the basis of this podcast.
Key findings included the safety of young people, inclusion and accessibility, climate awareness and local jobs & careers. The group also discussed whether votes should be given to 16 and 17 year olds.
The full research report will be shared with the Elland Town Development Board and the youth group will have a future input into local area decision-making.
For more information on Youth Social please visit www.youthsocial.co.uk
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
In our series looking at Youth Volunteering, we catch up with Benita.
Benita studied Architecture in India and is studying a Masters in Interior Design at the University of Huddersfield.
Listen to her story as she explains how volunteering is helping her gain experience in the creative sector and building important networks.
In addition, the podcast also covers:
How she found out about the opportunity
What benefits she has got from volunteering
How it has helped her mental health & wellbeing
How her travel expenses are covered
What skills she has gained through volunteering
Her favourite experiences
These Podcasts have been created in partnership with the Future Creative volunteer programme for young people aged 16-24 years. Future Creative is delivered by TSL Kirklees (the Volunteer Centre for Kirklees) working in partnership with Lawrence Batley Theatre and funded by Arts Council England’s Volunteering Futures grant programme.
To find out more contact: volunteer@tslkirklees.org.uk
Visit TSL Kirklees volunteering website: https://tslkirklees.org.uk/volunteering-home/
Find your nearest Volunteer Centre: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/want-to-volunteer/
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
In our series looking at Youth Volunteering, we catch up with Luke.
Luke is at the University of Huddersfield studying Film Studies.
Listen to his story as he explains how volunteering is helping him learn new skills and gain experience related to his course & career aspirations.
In addition, the podcast also covers:
The type of volunteering he has been doing
Some of the additional skills he has learned
Some of the experience he has gained
How the skills are helping him
How it has helped his mental health & wellbeing
These Podcasts have been created in partnership with the Future Creative volunteer programme for young people aged 16-24 years. Future Creative is delivered by TSL Kirklees (the Volunteer Centre for Kirklees) working in partnership with Lawrence Batley Theatre and funded by Arts Council England’s Volunteering Futures grant programme.
To find out more contact: volunteer@tslkirklees.org.uk
Visit TSL Kirklees volunteering website: https://tslkirklees.org.uk/volunteering-home/
Find your nearest Volunteer Centre: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/want-to-volunteer/