What an exciting week do far for One Community Scotland #SpringIntoSuccess #YouthTrainingWeek #YouthEngagement #YouthEmpowerment
Scottish Violence Reduction Unit

Find out more about the work the VRU is doing to prevent and reduce violence across South Yorkshire by reading the Unit’s latest newsletter here: …uthyorkshireviolencereductionunit.com/app/uploads/20…

Do you want to transform the lives of young people? Become an Oasis Navigator Youth Development Worker and change the story of violence and exclusion in our country. Oasis UK

Apply here: oasisuk.org/job/oasis-navi…

Watch their video below to find out more:
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Whether you're concerned about speeding or antisocial behaviour, we want to hear from you.

The Your Police Survey addresses your issues and helps us better police your community 👮‍♀️

The survey closes for 2023/24 on 31 March 2024 ➡️ orlo.uk/7JfiM

🤔 How can youth workers work with young people to realise and defend their rights? Find out more about taking a child rights-based approach to change with our newest e-learning module:
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This week we've been celebrating the collaborations we've made over the past ten years. Scottish Violence Reduction Unit has been a valued partner in that time, providing us with speakers at several of our conferences, including... 1/

Ross McCallum, deputy head at the SVRU, thanks all those who spoke at an event today bringing together a group of officers who support young people across Scotland, including inputs from No Knives, Better Lives Graeme Armstrong Sistema Scotland I Am Me Scotland

Great to be involved in the Planet Youth in Scotland learning event today, with our head Jimmy Paul taking part. A real commitment from all those involved to take a preventative, public health approach to the current challenges.

Thrilled to present our amazing #YLSAwards finalists! 🌟 From Scottish Borders to Shetland, our 14 categories highlight their inspiring stories. Let's get ready for an unforgettable Awards ceremony!

Please give a big welcome to our 2024 finalists! 🤩⬇️
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🤝 We were pleased to welcome Scottish Violence Reduction Unit to London to hear about our approach to tackling violence, including:
✅ Supporting communities affected by violence
✅ Our community-led MyEnds programme
✅ PRU mentoring and Inclusion Charter

Violence is preventable, not inevitable.

NKBL's next regional practitioner day is in Edinburgh on Thurs 14th March.

Suitable for all practitioners working in Edinburgh & Lothians supporting young people to grow up safely and reach their full potential ☀️

Free tickets:
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There have been dramatic reductions in youth violence in Scotland over the last 20 years. However youth work, safe spaces & support are more essential than ever. Our evidence to the Scottish Parliament's Citizen Participation & Public Petitions committee parliament.scot/api/sitecore/C…

It's been such a privilege to work with Pat, Eddie, Donald & Kev from VOW Project & Positive Outcomes Project on our latest #drugs campaign

Their knowledge, their journeys & determination to help others is just outstanding ❤️

Watch here: bit.ly/fearless-drugs

Kev from The VOW Project Aid & Abet is one of our brilliant interviewees sharing his experience to help young people

This is just one of the short clips we're sharing across Tiktok & Snapchat

Learn more about our campaign & listen in full: bit.ly/fearless-drugs

Signs to spot.
If you know or suspect someone who has spiked people with drugs or alcohol, give information at Fearless.org

Fearless Scotland drugs campaign launched!

We are happy to announce our NEW drugs campaign with the Minister for Drugs & Alcohol.

Watch & learn more here: bit.ly/fearless-drugs
Fearless Scotland

Have a great weekend everyone! We'll be back at Prestonpans Community Centre on Monday if you want your bike checking over.. the days are getting longer, the weathers getting better and you're lucky enough to live in Visit East Lothian so get out there! 📷 Tyne & Esk CLLD Funding

We published our latest Safety Networks newsletter today: #ViolenceReduction Edition. Featuring our latest #SaferCommunities Scotland Podcast episode with Jimmy Paul at the Scottish Violence Reduction Unit. mailchi.mp/a4b57883c479/s…

'It's only by working together and pooling our resources...that we can get to the root of those issues and act preventatively.' SVRU Head Jimmy Paul speaks to The Herald on his aim for 'radical collaboration' to help reduce violence in Scotland. heraldscotland.com/news/24124168.…

Youth VIP Training! 💪 🤩

Brush up on your ability to recruit, retain and develop young volunteers for your organisation. There are only 3 sessions this year so booking early is essential to secure your place!

⬇️ Find out more:
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