Children and young people who attend youth clubs will be happier and healthier than those who do not, a survey suggests.

David Seward, chief executive of Berkshire Youth, said the findings affirmed the importance of youth work. “It demonstrates the worth and value of youth clubs and Berkshire Youth’s ambition to help young people realise their full potential."

“The survey findings also highlight the many positive things young people do for their communities and the high percentage that volunteer at youth clubs, charities and schools across the region to help others.”

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The Anne Frank Trust UK, the British educational charity that challenges prejudice and hatred, would like to invite 13-15 year olds to join their national online diary writing campaign, Generation Diary.

Generation Diary is inspired by Anne Frank’s remarkable diary that she started writing at 13 and was cut short at the age of 15 when she was arrested and sent to a concentration camp whilst hiding from the Nazis. Her story continues to touch millions of people around the world today.

You have a voice just like Anne, and The Anne Frank Trust UK want to hear it.

Submit as many diary entries as you like throughout the year, with a chance to have your entry selected for publication on then Generation Diary website.

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Thu 18 Sep 2014 to Fri 19 Sep 2014

Cultural Commissioning Learning Programme
Training – South West

Bespoke training programme for arts organisations, museums, libraries to build skills and knowledge to engage in public service commissioning.

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A professor of history explains why he believes academics and teachers must engage young people in a medium they trust – the internet.

Read the article on TES Connect...

Budgeting & Fundraising for Youth Arts Projects

2-day course, Gateshead

Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th September

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Using the Arts with Juvenile and Young Offenders

Manchester

Thursday 18th September

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Child Protection and Safeguarding in the Arts and Cultural Sectors

London

Monday 22nd September

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Creative Consultation with Young People

Brighton

Friday 26th September

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Join The Backstage Centre for a series of masterclasses and learn the skills you need to work in technical theatre. Classes are available at introductory and intermediate level and cover a range of specialist subjects

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We are looking to hire professional consultants to work towards two briefs... READ MORE

With the summer holidays in full swing, we want to remind you that Into Film Festival bookings open in early September and places will be offered on a first come, first served basis.

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Kids for Kids UK will be hosting its 6th Film Festival Competition for children and young people with support from BFI Education, London, who will be hosting the event for the 3rd year running.

Kids for Kids UK are now seeking submissions of short films made by children (6-12 years) and young people (13-19 years) of up to 10 minutes in any of the following 3 categories:

* Live Action * Animation * One Minute Films *

Deadline for entries is 31st August, 2014

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Drawing has seen something of a renaissance over the last twenty years in the UK. It has creative, expressive and educational value; it remains fundamental to translating and analysing the world.  

Read more on the Guardian website about why drawing should be an essential part of the school curriculum...

National Conference – Central London – 23rd October

New speakers confirmed!

It is time to close the gap. Recent studies show that there is a 19 month gap in school readiness between the most and least advantaged children. The Early Years Pupil Premium has the potential to greatly reduce this inequality.

The conference will give detailed information on how the Early Years Pupil Premium will work and give the attendees opportunities to reflect on how the additional money can be used to narrow the gap.  The day will offer a valuable opportunity to explore evidence and strategies to support children to flourish.

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Aged 16- 25 years old? Want to see great theatre?

Chichester Festival Theatre is back! Renewed, refreshed, restored and ready for its audience. CFT are offering £8.50 tickets for 16-25 year olds to every show this season, so you can see theatre cheaper. And that’s not all, the 850 Tickets team are offering Free Live Night Bolt-Ons to selected shows this season. 

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