YMCA respond to Youth Services cuts exceeding £1bn
Thursday, 16 December 2021 Denise Hatton, Chief Executive of YMCA England & Wales, said: “Today’s statistics officially mark a decade of cuts to funding for youth services, with a real-terms…
YMCA response to the Chancellor’s Spending Review announcement
Responding to the Chancellor’s Budget announcement, Denise Hatton, Chief Executive of YMCA England & Wales, said: “YMCA welcomes the Government’s focus on levelling up and supporting young people in today’s…
YMCA pays tribute to Sir David Amess MP
Sir David Amess was a wonderful supporter of YMCA and a dedicated champion of youth issues. He was a Parliamentary Patron of the charity for more than a decade and…
YMCA launches new mental health campaign highlighting the difference that small talks can make to a big issue
Starting on World Mental Health Day (10 October), YMCA is urging everyone to break the silence over mental health by initiating small but meaningful conversations with friends, colleagues and even…
YMCA launches live impact dashboard providing real-time view of supported housing across England and Wales
YMCA England & Wales has today launched an innovative digital platform, created by Trust Impact, where local authorities, members of the public and those in need can access a live…
Ending Universal Credit uplift will disproportionately affect 918,000 young people in their housing, working and living experiences
YMCA research into government figures today reveals the true extent of potential damage to some of the most vulnerable among the 918,000* young people currently claiming Universal Credit if the £20 a week uplift is removed on 6 October. For a young person leaving supported…
YMCA England & Wales response to latest statutory homelessness findings
“The achievements of ‘Everyone In’ alongside the impact of the vital eviction ban during the pandemic are hugely encouraging, as recorded with the overall reduction in homelessness reported today. However,…
Members of Parliament fear for the future of young people post COVID and outline support needed for recovery
An inquiry into the economic impact of COVID-19 launched by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Youth Affairs finds that young people have had their financial, emotional and vocational wellbeing…
YMCA response to The Queen’s Speech – The State Opening of Parliament
The Government is right to recognise the lost learnings of young people as a result of the pandemic and a focus on early years as a priority is welcome. However,…
Leading youth charity calls on local volunteers for new mentoring programme connecting vulnerable girls with positive role models
YMCA has officially launched Y’s Girls, a programme specifically developed to offer help and support to young women and girls at risk of developing mental health issues, and they are calling on the community to get involved. …
