Youth Plug In

Young Serving Old

We conducted a community survey of over 100 young people aged 8-18 to find out about their local community how it could be improved. Going to young people’s turf,  spoke to many of you with lived experience of violence and the youth justice system, and you opened up about your fears and everyday worries. We also discussed some of the things that can help to make our Newham a better place live.

You told us you felt stereotyped, based in part on the way you dressed portraying you as bad. A huge number of teenagers felt sometimes intimidated to open up to adults for fear of being criticized. Some of you expressed “you cannot hang out with older folks either as you feel like you don’t have much in common”. Young people’s plan of action was that volunteering their time to run an intergenerational project where Young are Serving the Old to positively challenge the ongoing stereotypes of young and old alike. This project was chosen as young people believe that the general public perceived them as bad so they want to show residents that young people can be approachable, caring, fun, hard‐working and helpful

Therefore, our You Social Action project aims to bring young people together with the elderly in activities that will positively challenge the ongoing stereotypes of young and old alike.

Tasks can be anything from help with using new electronic devices such as smart phones, even organize photos and memorabilia or make gifts for the elderly and so much more all shown to create space for mutual understanding and meaningful relationships.

To get involved complete this survey by visiting https://youthplugin.org/survey or follow us on Instagram: youthplugin

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Advisory Board

Join our Youth Board and have your say!

We are looking for young people to join our first ever Youth Advisory Board. You will be aged between 8-25 years old and be passionate about issues which impact young people and feel ready to advocate for young people.

To be able to truly meet the needs and demand of young people, they have to be represented at all levels of the charity.  Youth Plug In are proud to develop our newly established Youth Advisory Board and we are recruiting those passionate about bringing youth voice to the governance level of the organisational to join us on this board.

You do not need experience of charity governance, just a passion to champion the needs of young people and their involvement in the delivery of Youth Plug In services. You will also need to commit to the length of service and scheduled meetings.

To be considered for this voluntary position, please express your interest by emailing admin@youthplugin.org 

06/01/23

    What’s in it for you?

    • Meet once a month
    • Meet new friends.
    • Have your voice heard.
    • Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
    • Developing a range of leadership skills for the future including working in groups, and representing the needs of peers.
    • Have a volunteer role that you can put on your CV.
    • Travel across the UK for meetings, if required.

    Please note a role with the Youth Advisory Board is voluntary; however, any travel, food and ad hoc costs to take part will be covered by Youth Plug In.

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    MABS – Music And Bereavement Support

    COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an increased need for bereavement support amongst children and young people.

    Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund our MABS project is for children, young people & families facing loss and bereavement. It is available to any child or young person up to the age of 25 years, living in Newham, who is facing a loss or who has been bereaved.

    Group therapeutic sessions bring participants together in a relaxed, fun environment. You can share thoughts about your favourite music, songs, art and poetry. You may also enjoy writing a song to share with others.

    The project aims to confront those difficult conversations, and offer comfort and hope through music.

    After School on Fridays 4.30pm – 7.30pm

    Venue: Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, London E15 1HP (close to Stratford Morrisons)

    Contact

    Tel: 07368938823

    Email: admin@youthplugin.org

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    M.A.D in Uganda 22 May – 4 June 2023

    An opportunity to change a life in Uganda’s capital Kampala and it’s surrounding shanty towns. Motivated volunteers needed to make a difference and participate in programs which include business model development, community engagement, and cultural exchange. Other volunteer opportunities include Social Work with Children, health education, youth work, schools work, sports coaching and many more.

    When volunteering with us you will have the opportunity to not only change lives, but the people you will help might just change yours. You will gain an invaluable cultural experience through interactions with the locals as you will be living, eating, working, and laughing with those you are helping. It can be an eye opening experience that brings lasting friendships and increased awareness about the world around you.

    We work with communities to create opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to learn, develop and heal through a fun and relaxed environment.

    The programme will include:

    • Poultry project
    • working alongside a local community
    • exploring Uganda in your free time
    • developing youth entrepreneurship
    • agriculture
    • Get creative – If art, drama or music is your thing then consider sharing your creative talents on our Fresh Vybez Music and Medial Project. With limited equipment, you’ll need to be imaginative.
    Want more info about our Volunteer Programme? Get in touch, we’re here to help!

    Contact us

    +447534520191

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    Football Kits For Good Cause

    Sport, particularly football , always will be a powerful vehicle that can drive positive social change within our communities.

    A Big Thank You to Kits4Causes for the generous donation of football kits and boots and socks as well as training equipment for the children courtesy of Kits4Causes Charity . We also received a generous donation from Steve Hanks who donated hundreds of footballs. We are looking forward to sharing photos from our summer trip soon.

    Kindly support our Kits to Uganda Appeal

    If you have an old kit that you can donate, please get in touch with us.

    Alternatively Join one of our teams and travel to Uganda. We send teams to Uganda every year.

    WhatsApp +447534520191

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    What A Difference!

    The Uganda government estimates, as many as 15,000 children live on the streets of Uganda’s capital city Kampala aged from 7 up to the age of 17.

    These children have been forced onto the streets due to poverty, harsh conditions at home, abandonment, school drop-out and food shortages and many are refugees who have fled their homes from the instabilities in neighbouring countries.

    This summer we are on a mission to make a difference to children living in difficult circumstances on the streets of Kampala.

    We believe everyone can make a difference by living generously with our actions, words, attitudes & money.

    Be Part Of Our Mission

    To find out more visit our stall on:
    Saturday
    2 July 2022
    OSBORNE ROAD E7
    11 am To 6 pm

    Alternatively call +447534520191
    Join one of our teams and go to Uganda. We send teams to Uganda every year.

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    Bringing Ugandan Women Weaving Business Into A World Market

    Every day we meet women who have never been to school but who make such beautiful baskets. By helping them to market their products, we are giving them a future.”
    We started by working with women’s organizations in the country’s villages.
    We then trained women to weave unique baskets and design distinctive ceramics that met official standards.
    Finally, we helped them to present and market their products to an international audience.”

    Among the communities Youth Plugin works with most often are those in the Rwenzori region in western Uganda, known for its intricate basketwork.

    We wanted to give these traditional designs a modern touch,

    We did so by adding new dyes and forms to existing patterns.”

    Products available
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