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A dedicated team of youth workers completed the Liverpool Santa Dash yesterday (Sunday 3rd December), braving the elements by running 5k through the city, to raise valuable funds for our Knowsley Youth Food Bank. MYA’s Knowsley Youth Food Bank was the first in the region, set-up to specifically support young people under 30 who may be struggling for a variety…
Young participants from Talent Match recently took part in a three-day work experience with Merseyside Police. Their journey began at the Joint Control Centre (JCC), where they were able to observe it’s vast call handling floor and the calm professionalism of the staff during real time calls. Their experience continued at Lea Green, a training base, where they got involved…
Monday 6th November to Sunday 12th November 2023 was National Youth Work Week, this year’s theme focused on ‘Youth work in every place and space’. MYA’s Knowsley team took this opportunity to capture the views of our young people and explore the impact and importance of youth work. Knowsley Youth Council (KYC) Ruby wrote: “Happy Youth Work Week to the…
This summer saw our Know staff team deliver a 4-week HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme across Huyton and Kirkby. Over 250 different young people accessed the programme, engaging in a range of different activities and experiences, and over 1280 hot meals were provided to local young people. See our short documentary below: MYA’s New Know project delivers inclusive youth-led…
This summer saw a wonderful joint-programme between groups in Knowsley. Led by MYA’s Integrated Youth Service Knowsley team, staff delivered 40 days of free football and youth work throughout the holidays! Read more here:
MYA is a Direct Learning Centre for the Duke of Edinburgh award, this means we are an open centre for DofE provision across Liverpool and Knowsley. This is our first year of operation, so it was great to get a team of Bronze participants out on their expedition element last weekend. An all female team of 7 young people took…
MYA’s Talent Match Plus project is looking for organisations that can deliver innovative and creative Personal and Social Development activities for 1st September to 30th November 2023. We are looking for three specific areas of delivery for the Talent Match Programme. Any organisation if applying for more than one lot must complete a form for each Lot quoting which Lot…
Today sees valued employee June Riel celebrate 40 years of service at MYA, a remarkable achievement and testament to June’s dedication, loyalty and commitment to MYA and the young people of Merseyside! Currently working in the HR Office, June first accessed MYA as a young person herself, before working her way up the ranks! “I’ve had a fab 40 years…
Our SPACE project recently presented a captivating three-night production of the thought-provoking play, “BULLY” by Brian McCann. The remarkable performance, brought to life by a group of young and immensely talented individuals, left the audience in awe, shedding tears and giving standing ovations. Written and directed by renowned playwright Brian McCann, the play’s powerful message resonated deeply with all who…
Merseyside Youth Association is seeking to recruit an honorary treasurer for the Charity’s Board of Trustees. Salary: Voluntary basis Hours: Flexible – see brief for more information Established in 1890, MYA provides a range of innovative, practical and positive support for young people. We are seeking a Treasurer with extensive financial experience, who can support our Trustees and Senior Leadership…
