Youth Unity - Our Values
Youth Unity is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults affected by issues such as group violence, drug abuse, and exploitation, including human trafficking, child sexual exploitation (CSE), and extremism.
We collaborate closely with statutory organisations, commissioned services charities to deliver comprehensive and effective solutions.
OUR MISSION focuses on improving opportunities for disadvantaged youth, believing that enhancing their overall health and well-being empowers them to make better-informed decisions.
We offer mentoring, workshops & training for young people, professionals, parents, and carers, all designed to foster resilience and informed choices.
At Youth Unity, we are committed to the principles of fairness and individuality, ensuring that every young person is treated with respect, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, ability, or background. Our core belief is that by recognising and nurturing everyone’s unique potential, we can better prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of adulthood.
Our core belief revolves around ensuring that every young person is treated fairly and as a unique individual, regardless of factors such as age, gender, race, religion, ability, or background.
As an organisation, our primary objective is to facilitate the thriving and realisation of the full potential of young individuals, ensuring they are thoroughly prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in their adult lives.
We follow the three P's
Prevent
To prevent young people from engaging in violence and associated vulnerabilities, Our strategy focuses on education, positive activities, outreach, and media engagement. We implement educational programs in schools and community that highlight the risks of gang involvement, empowering youth to make informed choices. Alongside this, we provide constructive activities such as sports and arts to foster a sense of belonging and purpose.
Prepare
Our strategy to prepare organisations and communities for preventing vulnerabilities among young people focusing on comprehensive education and training, along with safeguarding consultancy services.
We deliver targeted training programs for educators, community leaders, and youth workers, equipping them with the skills to identify early signs of vulnerability gang involvement and engage effectively with at-risk youth. Additionally, our safeguarding consultancy will help organisations develop robust policies that prioritise the safety and well-being of young people, ensuring they have access to necessary support services.
Protect
To strengthen adults and young people by building their emotional and cognitive (thinking) resilience, better enabling them to ‘say no’ to violence, drugs, crime and other forms of vulnerability. We work with statutory services, education, police, social care, local safeguarding boards, charities, local authorities, to deliver productions, workshops and training for young people and adults across the UK.
Since 2019, Youth Unity has grown year after year, not just in securing funding, but in building a passionate, dedicated team. A key milestone is our strong staff retention, with team members staying for over two years, reflecting the positive culture we’ve created
We’re now delivering high-quality services across multiple London boroughs, Essex, and Kent, reaching more young people than ever before.
At the heart of our work is a commitment to valuing our team, offering competitive pay, continuous training, and a strong support network. By investing in our people, we ensure that young people receive the best possible guidance and opportunities to thrive.
With continuous investment in our people and financial strategy, we are on track for even greater expansion, ensuring more opportunities for young people across London, Essex, and Kent.
