Wakefield Youth Work Alliance has been developed as a partnership of youth work organisations across the Wakefield District, united by a shared commitment to youth and community work as a distinct and impactful practice.

The Alliance aims to create a connected youth and community work sector that is young people centred, providing opportunities to support young people’s personal and social development through high quality practice.

Become a member

As part of Young Lives Consortium's ongoing efforts to strengthen the youth work sector in Wakefield District, they're inviting your organisation to complete the Wakefield Youth Work Alliance (YWA) Membership Form.

Complete the online form or request a the Word document version from info@ylc.org.uk

By joining the Alliance, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with others in the sector, access training opportunities, and contribute to enhancing the quality of youth work across the district. In addition, a wider membership opportunity will soon be available, aimed at promoting opportunities for children and young people.

Who can be a member?

Membership is open to organisations that provide a clear, purposeful youth work function, whether as their main focus or as part of a broader range of activities, to young people aged 11-25 years.

To join, organisations must meet our core criteria, which include upholding high standards of governance, quality, safeguarding and training (as detailed in our Principles of Collaboration). Organisations should be formally constituted with recognised legal documentation and must have at least one staff member (paid or volunteer) who is JNC qualified to Level 3 or above, with the expectation that all frontline staff will work towards this standard over time.

VCSE members are required to be registered with Wakefield District Third Sector Framework.

Support with becoming a member

Young Lives Consortium recognise that some organisations may require additional support before meeting all eligibility criteria. The Alliance offers a range of support, including access to youth work training, expert guidance from qualified supervisors and opportunities for sector engagement.

Please contact Young Lives Consortium if you would like to discuss this - info@ylc.org.uk or 01924 364198