For Organisations

Supporting you to deliver for young people

We support organisations across Kirklees to deliver high-quality opportunities and services for young people. Whether you're looking for training, funding, resources or connections, we can help you strengthen your work and access the support you need.

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Find the support you need

We are a membership organisation working with voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) youth organisations.

Use the sections below to quickly find the information and opportunities most relevant to your organisation.

Training & Events

Build skills, knowledge and confidence through workshops and network events.

Funding & Resources

Find funding opportunities and access useful guidance and tools.

Membership

Join a network of organisations working together across Kirklees.

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Not sure where to start? We can help point you in the right direction.

Upcoming

Training, workshops and events

Find upcoming opportunities to learn, connect and develop your work with young people.

April

16 April | 10:00-11:30 | Online

Bid Writing

Join the Get Grants team for a free introductory workshop on bid writing.

21 April | All Day | Wakefield

Youth Work Qualifications

Level 2 and Level 3 youth work courses designed to build skills, knowledge and practical experience.

21 April | 10:00-12:00 | Huddersfield Mission

Inclusive Volunteering Training

Explore how to support people facing barriers to employment to access volunteering opportunities.

23 April | 9:30-12:30 | Northorpe Hall, Mirfield

TSL Kirklees Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Training

The next DSL training session for those leading safeguarding in youth and community settings.

23 April | 9:30-12:30 | Northorpe Hall, Mirfield

Designated Safeguarding Lead Training

A practical safeguarding session for staff responsible for safeguarding leadership.

30 April | All Day | TBC

Introduction to Working in a Youth Work Setting

Join the waiting list for the next course for unqualified staff and volunteers in youth work settings.

30 April | All Day | Online - E-learning

Participation of Young People in Safeguarding

A CPD course focused on involving young people in shaping and delivering safeguarding policies.

30 April | All Day | Online - E-learning

Safeguarding Young Leaders

Build specialist skills in safeguarding, supervision and training for young leaders.

30 April | All Day | Online - E-learning

Supervision & Leadership Skills

A CPD course to help youth work managers strengthen leadership and supervision skills.

30 April | All Day | Online Learning

FREE Humanitarian Education Programme

A fully funded British Red Cross programme with CPD, resources and support for educators working with 11-18 year olds.

30 April | All Day | Online

Free Code Club Training

Free training and resources from the Raspberry Pi Foundation to run coding and digital making sessions.

May

7 May | 10:30-12:00 | Online

Good Practice, Supervision and Keeping Safe

Explore reflective practice, supervision and how to manage your work while keeping yourself safe.

31 May | All Day | Online

Ongoing Training from Red Cross

Free online and face-to-face training on first aid and wellbeing for adults, children and young people.

31 May | All Day | Online - E-learning

Working with LGBTQ+ Young People

A basic awareness course with practical guidance and links to further information.

31 May | All Day | Online - E-learning

Free Mental Health Champion Course

A free CALM course to build understanding of mental health and support others more confidently.

31 May | All Day | Online - E-learning

Getting Started With AI

A self-serve 7-week course to help you become more confident using AI at work.

31 May | All Day | Online - E-learning

Functional Skills for Maths and English

Level 1 and Level 2 online courses for participants with access to a laptop or tablet.

June

10 June | 10:30-12:00 | Online

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and Mental Health

Explore how adversity affects mental health and strategies to improve outcomes for young people.

July

7 July | 10:30-12:00 | Online

Attachment and Its Impact on Mental Health

Look at attachment theory and how it can be applied to everyday practice with young people.

14 July | 10:30-13:00 | Bradley Park Community Centre

Bespoke Grant Funding Workshop

A practical small-group workshop to build confidence with grant funding and understand what funders are looking for.

Coming soon →

Useful ReSources

Trusted places to look for funding

Here are some useful places to find the latest funding opportunities and information.

KYA Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to find out about the latest funding opportunities.

Third Sector Leaders (TSL)

The TSL website has information about small grants as well as a directory of funding opportunities.

One Community

The One Community Foundation website is a great source of funding information for local projects.

Membership

Join KYA Today!

KYA is a youth work charity and we promote and support organisations who deliver youth activities that align with 4 key youth work principles:

Active participation & empowerment of young people

Anti-discriminatory & inclusive practice

Voluntary participation of young people

Informal & non-formal education

a vibrant community youth sector

We have 4 categories of Membership:

Core Delivery Organisations - VCSE organisations delivering activities or opportunities for young people (aged 11-19, up to 25 with additional needs) focused on social, personal or educational development.
Suppliers - Organisations or individuals providing services, skills or products that support delivery organisations, such as training providers, youth services, creative practitioners or activity leaders.
Partners - Charities, public sector organisations and stakeholders who want to collaborate, support delivery and contribute to improving outcomes for young people.
Business Supporters - Local businesses and entrepreneurs offering time, skills or resources, such as space, expertise, employment opportunities or practical support.

Core Delivery Organisation

Supplier

Partner

Business Supporter

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