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  • Leading Youth Work Organisations

    • Voluntary youth work organisations are key players supporting and developing young people across Scotland. During the covid-19 crisis the sector has had to adapt to maintain services and support for young people. It has been a period of constant change and transition and one in which leaders have been required to step up.

      Youth Scotland recognises the vital role that you and your organisations play, and will play for the sector’s future. On this programme you will work with peers from across Scotland to gain greater confidence and clarity to enable you to progress in your leadership journey.

      This programme is delivered as a blend of in-person and online participative sessions and self-directed learning. You will work closely with your peers throughout and build a strong supportive network.


      Who is it for?

      This six-day programme is designed for leaders at manager level in voluntary youth work organisations, who want to strengthen their leadership capacity.


      Programme Details

      Application Deadline: Monday, 6 February 2023

      Dates and times: 

      Module 1  

      • 2 March - Kirkcaldy - 10am-4pm
      • 3 March - Online - 10am-3pm

      Module 2  

      • 27 March - Online - 10am-3pm
      • 28 March - Online - 10am-3pm

      Module 3  

      • 17 April - Online - 10am-3pm
      • 18 April - Kirkcaldy - 10am-4pm

      Location:

      Blended on Zoom and in the room at New Volunteer House, 16 East Fergus Way, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1XT.

      Format: 

      The programme will comprise of in-person and online modules complemented by self-directed learning which we will ask learners to undertake in order to prepare for each of the learning days. The work will not be onerous and will help you to embed the learning.

      Cost: 

      This programme is funded by Scottish Government via the National Voluntary Youth Work Organisations Support Fund. It’s available to local and national voluntary youth work organisations at the highly subsidised rate of £340pp covering the programme and qualification costs.



      The programme has given me more confidence as I have been able to reflect on what it means to be a leader and put this into practice


      • Develop greater awareness and confidence in your leadership approach
      • Enhance your skills to motivate, engage and lead others
      • Learn from your peers and build a network of support
      • Explore the challenges and opportunities you face in the youth work sector in Scotland

      Qualification

      By completing this programme you are eligible to achieve a 10-credit SCQF level 9 Leadership Qualification, awarded through SEA and Glasgow Caledonian University. To achieve the qualification, you must attend the whole programme and complete one assessment.

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      More Information

      Michael Costello | michael@socialenterprise.academy