Seen & Heard: Putting Young People at the Centre of Change
This report captures the impact of the Seen & Heard programme, a youth-led initiative designed to bring young people together with decision-makers to shape the future of services and opportunities in their communities. Through open discussions, workshops and direct engagement, over 135 individuals came together to ensure that young voices are not only listened to, […]
Empowering Young Voices Through Social Action (Duchy of Lancaster Impact Report)
This report highlights the impact of funding from the Duchy of Lancaster, which has enabled United Youth Alliance to establish and grow three dedicated Social Action Groups: Young Men, Young Women and LGBTQ+ youth. Through these groups, young people have been given a platform to share their experiences, develop confidence, and actively contribute to their […]
Connect Fund Impact Report
Empowering Young Women Across the UK: A 4 Nations Impact Story This report highlights the impact of the International Women’s Day 4 Nations project, bringing together young women from across the UK through the W.I.S.E. Collective. Funded by the Connect Fund, the programme created a powerful space for collaboration, confidence-building and youth-led action, with a […]
Autumn 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the Autumn Edition of the UYA Newsletter! A Message from our CEO: Deborah Terras – CEO We continue to strengthen partnerships through the Wyre and Fylde Youth Providers Partnership Alliance, and have finalised the Gender Bias Research with young people. Looking ahead, we are excited about the “What About the Boys” Conference and […]
Engaging Dads Evaluation Report
Commissioned by Blackpool Better Start (Blackpool Council), this report showcases a co-produced evaluation of the “Engaging Dads” training programme developed and delivered by United Youth Alliance. The report captures the voices and experiences of local dads who played a central role in shaping, co-delivering, and reflecting on a series of training sessions aimed at improving […]
Summer 2025 Newsletter
Meet our Directors! Deborah Terras – CEO Deborah is a JNC qualified youth and community worker and community educator, qualified PGCE Tutor and IQA Assessor. Deborah has extensive experience in the strategic development of projects and organisations, both nationally and internationally, as well as enjoying working within communities and alongside young people to develop […]
Creating Space, Building Agency: Why Youth Work Matters on the Fylde Coast
Across the Fylde Coast, youth work is not just evolving, it’s leading the way. A renewed vision is placing young people at the heart of local strategy, decision-making, and community action. This shift is powered by deep historical roots, bold partnerships, and growing recognition that youth work isn’t just valuable, it’s vital. The region has […]
Costal Social Action and Research: Young Women Accessing Physical Activity and Sport
Overview This report presents the findings of a youth-led engagement project commissioned to explore and address the barriers that young women in Blackpool face when accessing physical activity and sport. In collaboration with United Youth Alliance and Blackpool Football Community Trust, alongside local organisations, the initiative was informed by the voices and lived experiences of […]
Young Advocates from Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde Champion Girls’ Rights at National Youth-Led Event in Westminster
Young people from the United Youth Alliance, representing Blackpool, Wyre, and Fylde, joined peers from across the UK in Westminster for a powerful youth-led event advocating for girls’ rights. The event brought together 150 attendees, including MPs, charity leaders, and youth advocates, to spotlight the urgent challenges facing girls across the UK today. At the […]
United Youth Alliance held the first national Youth Hack
Last week United Youth Alliance held the first national Youth Hack, putting The Fylde Coast on the map for all the right reasons. The room was buzzing with energy, with young people, from across Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde, determined (and rightly so) to have their voices and opinions heard, as well as creating solutions. https://www.iwill.org.uk/deliver-you-national-youth-strategy-hack-events-launched-in-blackpool/ As […]