The Whitfield Youth Team was set up for all young people, between 12 and 25 years who live in the Whitfield area. The team has a group of workers who assist and encourage young people to develop their own ideas and take part in projects and activities which are both challenging and varied. Young people have many different needs and wants, and we believe it is best to respond to these in a variety of ways. Many young people spend time on the streets of Whitfield.
Staff work regularly on the streets making contact and building relationships with young people.
Detached workers offer easy access to educational opportunities for young people who might otherwise miss out, to stimulate and challenge them, to help them look at new options and make informed life choices. We are active in the local secondary school, carrying out joint work with teachers and helping to address issues which are relevant to young people. We can help young people to obtain information on a wide range of subjects and issues, specifically through the use of the YES Point. The Youth Enquiry Service, an information and support service for young people, which is based in the community. We can work with individuals to identify and deal with issues relevant to them.