Who Are MYA?
We are Merseyside Youth Association and since 1890 we’ve been creating real, wide-reaching change that ensures children and young people are better equipped to shape their own futures.
Through a range of dynamic, caring, high quality charitable services and interventions we make every journey personal, so each interaction – big or small – ripples out into the wider community and society as a whole.
Our Projects
Whatever the context, all our projects are delivered by experienced, passionate professionals with a view to creating long-lasting positive impact throughout the wider community.
We believe in the power of strong community, and aspire to be one ourselves.
That’s why we champion a supportive, adaptable working culture that allows individuals to feel heard, give their best, and develop themselves personally whatever their role.
People Focused
Children and Young People are at the heart of everything we do – the way we listen, think, feel and act.
We build a sense of belonging through meaningful interactions that enable CYP to find their place and shape their own futures.
This is underpinned by our of team of passionate and relatable people who have a shared understanding of what is right – to co-create change with CYP.
Community Builders
We believe in the strength of community and bring together our incredible team and partners to champion CYP at a personal and societal level.
Our work creates positive impact that ripples throughout communities from one-to-one relationships through to families, neighbourhoods and beyond.
We are passionate about building a stronger sector and are a leading voice amongst our community of partners as we seek to influence the system of the future.
Change Makers
Through every interaction, large or small, we inspire and empower Children and Young People to take a step forward and positively change their lives.