YLC APRIL 2026 Newsletter

2 April 2026 at 17:03

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Welcome to the APRIL 2026 edition of the YLC

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Spring is here, bringing new energy, fresh opportunities, and a chance to reset.

Happy Easter

-From Young Lives!

REMINDER - If you have any information, events or training etc that you would like to be included in future e-bulletins please email: info@ylc.org.uk

Highlights

REMINDER to complete the Wakefield District VCSE Collaborative survey to support the development of the VCSE Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 - Deadline is Fri 3rd April.

The Wakefield Youth Work Alliance has been developed as a partnership of youth work organisations across the Wakefield district, united by a shared commitment to youth and community work as a distinct and impactful practice. Read more HERE

Vacancies

Become a Trustee with Young Lives Consortium - CLICK HERE for more information

RASAC Vacancies - ISVA's, ChISVAs and Team leaders: CLICK HERE

What's Happening

Kings Trust - Get Started with Conservation - Free for 16-30 year olds not in full time Education, Employment or Training - Taster Day: Tues 7th April - CLICK HERE

What the NHS 10-Year Plan means for Mental Health - Webinar: Weds 15th April - 10 till 11am

Your Future in the NHS - Careers Event for years 8 to 11: Thurs 23rd April 5pm till 8pm at Pinderfields Hospital - CLICK HERE to find out more and book your tickets

St George's Community Centre - Whats on April - CLICK HERE: For facilities, services and support / CLICK HERE for CYP and families

Recovery College - April/May Upcoming Courses for 16+

Joe's Story - A story of the impact of not speaking out after abuse - Tues 12th May - 10am till 3pm at Queens Mill, Castleford - CLICK HERE for more info

Build Our Future Summit 2026 - For young people aged 11-19 (Or up to 25 with SEND) - Sat 9th May 12 till 4pm at CAPA college - CLICK HERE for more info

💬 Resources and Info

Turning Point Talking Therapies - Therapy groups and self-management leaflet

TTS - SEND Family support and resources to use at home - CLICK HERE

Children With Cancer - Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month - CLICK HERE for more info

🎯 Get Involved

NHS Call for Evidence: Seeking evidence-Based Interventions to Improve Quality and Performance in Children and Young People’s Health - Deadline: 17:00, 24th April - Submit your evidence HERE

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) - Growing up in the online world - Consultation seeking views from everyone - CLICK HERE