What is a Regional Youth Work Unit?

Youth Focus South East known as a Regional Youth Work Unit (RYWU) act as hubs for developing and supporting youth work in their regions, working with commissioners, providers and young people themselves to ensure the sector is well-informed, skilled and responsive to changes in government policies and young people’s needs. They are a core element of infrastructure support for the youth sector in their regions.

RYWUs are independent organisations, based in the region they cover, with governance arrangements that reflect the voices of youth organisations in the region

RYWUs collaborate with a wide range of local, regional and national organisations with an interest in supporting and developing youth work. They may lead on multi-organisation partnerships in their areas or might undertake regional roll-out of national programmes in collaboration with national bodies. At the heart of a RYWU is the needs of young people and the youth sector in their regions.

What does the South East cover?

  • Berkshire
  • Buckinghamshire
  • East Sussex
  • Hampshire
  • Isle of Wight
  • Kent
  • Oxfordshire
  • Surrey
  • West Sussex

Join us for the Youth Focus South East Regional Roadshows on Wednesday, 2nd April , and Thursday, 3rd April , in Medway and Southampton. These in-person events will explore the upcoming National Youth Strategy and provide valuable insights into the current state of the youth sector.

With limited spaces available, this is a unique opportunity to join professionals from across the region for an important discussion shaping the future of youth services. Secure your spot today!

Upcoming Dates

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Regional Impact Network South East Meetings

Youth Focus South East Meetings

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Here are some great activities to do with children you may work/live with, encouraging expressing emotion & reflective learning.
Although aimed towards younger children, these are good conversation starters to have with young people too! Check out @Place2Be for full resources!

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This activity is primarily aimed at primary school aged children, however, we can all take time to do some self-reflection every now and then!
Why not try this with the young people you work with, or your children at home and hear what they have to say 🙂

Know Yourself, Grow Yourself art activity.
This resource encourages children to learn more about themselves by imagining a plant in growth. It starts off by inviting children to reflect on the roots of their identity, what is important to them, and what helps them grow.

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Some great tips for families in managing wellness in your own homes with your children.
Visit http://www.place2be.org.uk for their full downloadable resources and tips!

#childrensmentalhealthweek

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Upcoming Meeting

New Dates coming soon 

For more information please visit our Networking Page 

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Future Meetings 2022

Youth Focus South East

Thursday 27th January 2022

1pm – 2pm – NYA Apprenticeship Roadshow
2pm – 3pm – Youth Focus South East

Friday 25th March 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 27th May 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 22nd July 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 30th September 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 25th November 2022

10am – 12pm

Regional Youth Impact Network South East

Friday 4th February 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 29th April 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 17th June 2022 – Postponed 

10am – 12pm – Postponed

Friday 16th September 2022

10am – 12pm

Friday 18th November 2022

10am – 12pm

Funders and Partners