Bury, IRR and NYA

The pace of events is quickening now.      

Bury has announced a packed series of events and activities marking Youth Work Week starting from 27 October.  These range from a fun day for young people with complex health needs, to sports, arts and recycled fashion events.  Take a look here for full details: http://www.buryyouth.co.uk/Youth+Work+Week.htm

 The Institute of Race Relations is inviting youth workers to an event marking its 50^th birthday with a half-day conference on 1 November linking the history of the anti-racist struggle to problems facing young people today. Organisers describe the event as a chance to hear from those who have participated in anti-racist movements, share experiences and “ask important questions about the anti-racist agenda and its relevance to education and youth work".  Catching History on the Wing takes place at The NUT offices in central London from 1pm to 6pm  and features an address from Lord Ouseley, a screening of a film about Notting Hill in the 1950s and a panel discussion of Islamophobia. Tickets are £10.  For further details visit www.irr.org.uk or call 020 7837 0041.

Finally, The NYA has brought out a new edition of Youth Action to coincide with the week. This colourful magazine promotes is full of examples of how young people are getting active in their communities. it gives them a chance to share their stories of volunteering in projects such as Love Music, Hate Racism to a commuity radio station in Bradford that is helping youngpeople learn new skills and giving others the chance to get their voices heard.  The magazine is being widely distributed thanks to Cabinet Office fudning  - click here to see the magazine online or to receive a free copy email Rita Kotecha