Youth Development

Group of young people map reading

We believe that young people are part of the solution to improving disadvantaged areas.

We help 13-19 year olds to participate in their local communities and provide a range of positive activities, to educate and build confidence and self-esteem. Through partnerships with other youth service providers, we also offer young people opportunities for social skills development and vocational training.

Many of our projects involve the creation of new facilities designed with and for young people, such as sports facilities or play areas, to help reduce anti-social behaviour issues.   Our experienced youth workers are dedicated to building positive relationships by offering fun, engaging and relevant activities.

 

Raising Aspirations

Location: Clowne Raising Aspirations is a construction training and employment skills project carried out by Groundwork Creswell, Ashfield & Mansfield.

Forest Schools

Location: Engaging with schools and young people to educate and raise awareness of the importance of respecting the world around you, by using innovative and hands on methods of learning.

Shirebrook Dreamscheme

Location: Shirebrook Groundwork Creswell, Ashfield and Mansfield joined forces with Guinness Northern Counties Housing Association to bring together different age groups and cultures for community events on the Shirebook estate.