DELIVER YOU National Youth Strategy 1st ‘HACK’ launched in Blackpool
DELIVER YOU ‘HACK’ EVENTS LAUNCHED IN BLACKPOOL. EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE TO SHAPE THE FUTURE WITH THE NATIONAL YOUTH STRATEGY Earlier this week, United Youth Alliance in Blackpool hosted the first Deliver You Hack. Young people from Blackpool, Wyre, and Fylde came together to identify challenges, create solutions, and make their voices heard. A successful launch fueled by […]
Coastal Social Action: Fighting County Lines Through Youth-Led Campaigning
Overview Young women from United Youth Alliance’s Coastal Social Action Project were one of just two youth groups selected across the UK to co-design a major national campaign tackling county lines exploitation. This work formed part of the County Lines Prevention Campaign, led by UK Youth and STOP THE TRAFFIK, with funding and promotional support from Burger King UK. The aim? To […]
‘What About the Boys’ conference pledges support for young men facing challenges in Blackpool today
The need for strong role models was among the issues highlighted at a conference in Blackpool focusing on the challenges facing young men. More than 170 delegates attended What About the Boys held at The Village Hotel where speakers included justice minister Alex Davies-Jones. The event, organised by Blackpool-based United Youth Alliance (UYA) n collaboration […]
CONFIDENCE, COMMUNITY, AND CHANGE ON THE COAST
Hello! My name is Tilly, and I’m from Bexleyheath, but I moved to Blackpool three years ago when I was nine. Since then, I’ve been involved in many exciting projects, old and new, but right now, I’m working on something really special with my social action group United Youth Alliance (UYA). We’ve started a podcast called Love, Fylde, […]
Deborah’s Inspiring Trip to Zambia: Launching the Association of Youth Work Studies
Earlier this month I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Zambia, joining hands with dedicated youth work colleagues to support an exciting milestone: the launch of the Association of Youth Work Studies. This journey was not only about setting up a professional organisation but also about sharing skills, building networks, and empowering Zambia’s youth […]
New report reveals UK’s toughest places to be a girl
From Lincolnshire to London, girls across the UK are angry and frustrated about the state of equality and girls’ rights. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Girls want to be part of creating change and have their voices heard. It’s time for us all to do more and demand better. Together with girls, […]
United Youth Alliance Power of Youth – Coastal Social Action
United Youth Alliance, celebrated last month, the Power of Youth Day, at the Backlot Cinema, in partnership with #iwill movement, bringing together young people, businesses, education and youth organisations to work together to support young people’s voices and social action. UYA are asking The Fylde Coast to come together by signing the Power of Youth Charter, to demonstrate […]
‘Be Who You Want To Be’ Survey Engagement Report
Overview The Young Person’s ‘Be who you want to be’ Survey Engagement Report, published in February 2024, provides an in-depth analysis of youth engagement activities focused on the South Western area of the Claremont ward in Blackpool. The report is the result of a bespoke, co-designed survey initiated by local young people, aiming to capture […]
United Youth Alliance celebrates receiving The King’s Award for Voluntary Service
United Youth Alliance, a social action youth and community organisation based on the Fylde Coast was thrilled to announce that they have been honoured with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This prestigious accolade is the highest recognition a local voluntary group can achieve in the United Kingdom, and it is equivalent to an MBE. […]
United Youth Alliance’s 5th International Men’s Day Event Marks a Pivotal Step Towards Health, Equality, and Empowerment in Fylde Coast Communities
On the 17th November United Youth Alliance held their 5th International Mend Day event at Blackpool Football Club for young men across the Fylde Cast High schools and men’s community led groups. What difference will it make to men in our community? Jake Adams a Director for UYA said ‘The International Men’s Day Project supports the health […]