Forum: We need you!

Hey guys, Education for Choice (who have recently have moved in with Brook and FPA upstairs from YouthNet Towers) are doing some research about education on abortion in schools. They'd really appreciate anyone who wanted to fill in this quick survey about what you were taught about abortion at school. It doesn't ask about your own experiences or anything like that, it's just to find out a...

Time to Change - the campaign by the charity Rethink, which is all about challenging perceptions of mental health, is looking for volunteers in the West Midlands to share their stories as part of the campaign. Here's a link to more info and the application form: http://www.time-to-change.org.uk/about/jobs-amp-volunteering/young-media-volunteer :thumb:

Here's a link to information about an apprenticeship that some of you might be interested in. :) Essex boys and girls clubs WANT TO WORK FOR US? We are recruiting for a NEW position... ARTS DEVELOPMENT WORKER Supported by The Rank Foundation Youth Apprentice Programme Job Title: Arts Development Worker Application Closing Date: 4th June 2012

vInspired Cashpoint is back.. What is it?? If you've got a new idea that you would like to get funding for, vInspired are giving grants of up to £500 to help young people, aged 14-25, to tackle issues they care about. The grants can be used for any new project that has a social benefit – they want you to use your creativity and passion to tackle an issue that matters to your community. ...

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So we all know who thesite.org are right (their the guys who provide excellent advice, information and support to young people aged 16 to 25 and whose site you are now!) Well...they've been lucky to be working in partnership with BARCLAYS Money skills project. Therefore they need some models. Now I know you're probably thinking "well I don't look like a model". BUT you are absolutely...

Here are the details... The government is freezing the minimum wage for people under the age of 21 (that's £4.98 for 18-20 years olds and £3.68 for 16 - 17 year olds). They are doing this on the grounds that it "will make it harder to get a job" if they raise wages. The Guardian would love to talk to people who are earning the minimum wage about the prospect of having their salaries frozen....

Hey peeps :) We're working with a number of charities to help raise awareness about the dodgy internet scams that can catch people out and leave them broke. We'd like to hear if any of you have been a victim of these and use the quotes in our story (we'd just need your first name (changed if you like) and age). Some examples of scams that might catch you out… 1. Ringtones: Tricksters...

Hello :wave: Young people working with The Who Cares? Trust want to campaign for better information and support for young people in and leaving care to help them avoid getting in to lots of debt. They are running an online survey to help them better understand the debt and money issues looked-after children and care leavers may be facing. They will use this information to help their new...

Interested in film? Would you like to make one? If you're 18 and over and feel marginalised for whatever reason, now's your chance. Art Saves Lives are running a film course at Goldsmiths College. When? 11th April 2012 Where? Goldsmiths College, New Cross, SE London

We thought we'd share this as it looks like a great opportunity :) London Youth, together with the London Learning Consortium, are currently recruiting 100 young people aged 19-24 for the Career-ability Programme. This fully funded programme will re-energise your attitude towards your career, and help you navigate your way through today's challenging job market. Over 6 months learners...

Design the winning screen saver in Coram Children’s Legal Centre’s competition for young people! Young people with an artistic streak are being invited to enter a national competition to design a screen saver promoting a free legal service which helps children and young people. Coram Children’s Legal Centre (CCLC), a charity which specialises in law and policy affecting children and young...

Hey guys, I've received this request from a journalist who I know personally is very trustworthy :) Here's the info... -------------------------- My name's Riva Froymovich and I'm looking to connect with those of you impacted by the government’s budget cuts—for example, they’ve lost your job, certain key services, can’t pay for university, have growing debts, etc.— to respectfully share...

Are you... 18 - 24? A student, job seeker or someone in full time employment? Interested in heritage, arts and culture? Keen to develop skills in programming, curation and all elements of organising events in a cultural context? Just thought I'd share this opportunity from the National Trust with any of you that are based down South.

Hate costly Valentine's Days? Can't be bothered with Valentine's at all? You're in luck! If you're spending Valentine's Day with a special someone or ditching it all together and going out with mates, there's an opportunity for you to share your ideas and win some amazing prizes. Tempted? Then read on... Special days often don't come cheap. First it was the birthday bash, then that...

Hi guys, On the 11th of Feb from 11 - 4 we are running the first TheSite.org Support Workshop at YouthNet towers:) If you're over 16 we'd love to see you there (sorry to those under 16:(). We're getting volunteers, people that use TheSite.org, staff and other interested parties along to a day of discussion and creativity around two key areas in which we would like to develop more detailed...

Hi there, The Community Channel are looking for young people aged 18-25, based in London, with a flair or passion for writing to take part in 'London 360'. After being given one-day’s journalism training and mentoring from a media industry professional, you will have the chance to produce 4 x interesting news pieces about your community over a four week period. Your writing will be...

Our friends at the Citizenship Foundation have let us know about this opportunity to be part of the Youth Budget and enter a competition along the way :) Chance to be Chancellor is an opportunity for you to give your opinion on the UK’s economy – and win the Chance to be Youth Chancellor. Last year around 3000 young people contributed to the first ever Youth Budget. It was a formulated...

Hey guys, A few charities including us (YouthNet), Young Minds, Selfharm.co.uk and Childline are working together on a campaign for self harm awareness day (1st March). As part of this we're doing some research with the aim of looking at ways to improve the support that's available to people affected by self-harm. If you're 18 years or younger, it would be great if you could take a few...

Hey there :wave: BBC3 have got in touch and they are looking for people (over 18) to talk about what it feels like to live in a society obsessed with looks. Do you worry a lot about your own looks? Is your body image something you battle with? If you are interested in talking to them you can email Emma at emma.smith2@bbc.co.uk or call 07783 433 274.

A student is looking for help with a survey, see below for more info: -------------------------------------- Hi everyone, I am a Masters student in Marketing Communications at London South Bank University and currently running a survey for my dissertation on ethical branding and consumers' perceptions towards the brand “Innocent Drinks”. My study also includes some questions on brand...

Do you want to appear on T4 and take part in a massive campaign about youth unemployment? T4’s Battlefront is an award-winning series featuring young campaigners making an impact on the world around them. With almost one million young people unemployed, Battlefront want to get as many people as possible involved in tackling this massive issue, and need your help. Are you aged between 18-24...