Groupwork: its contribution to reducing oppression

Student assigment which aims to discuss whether or not group work, as a key youth work process, can make an effective contribution to reducing oppression. The author contextualises this discussion through examining theory with regards to: the importance of attaining a critical understanding and commitment to equality and diversity; the key principles and values of youth work with regards to professional … Continued

Career Pack a: Introduction

Introduction to the youth work career pack produced for the Welsh Assembly Government by the Council for Wales of Voluntary Services (CWVYS) and Promo Cymru as part of the 'Thanks Sam' campaign. The pack can be used by youth workers to promote youth work as a career to young people within education settings.

How has Section 28 of the Local Government Act (1988) Impacted on Youth Work with Young People?

Section 28 of the Local Government Act (1988) was a piece of legislation which was implemented by the Conservative-led Government to prevent the promotion of homosexuality as a pretend family unit. This study set out to explore whether Section 28 impacted on Youth Work with young people, whilst exploring whether this legislation impacted on the practice of youth workers and their … Continued

Training Review 2005

Report of research undertaken by the Wales Youth Agency incorporating an audit of youth sector training across the 22 local authorities in Wales. The research consultancy operated from 2nd March 2005 to 24th March 2005, 8 days total consultancy time. The purpose of this audit was to gather information on youth-work training taking place across Wales … Continued