Our key achievements for 2022/23:
1,128 young people participated in our programmes
7,489 sessions delivered
77% young people said their health and wellbeing has improved
87+ partner organisations
467 places accommodated for young people in our summer programme
“You don’t see many women playing football and the fact that they have come together and are having fun, communicating, doing something loving is amazing for this community because we’re coming together and making it stronger.”
Easter 2024 impact:
“I really look forward to every week’s session. The group now feels like my extended family. I’ve been able to access services I never knew existed. Thanks YAA!”
Vocalized project impact:
72% young people reported they learnt new skills
70% of students reported their confidence had grown
45% said Vocalized has helped improve their health and well-being
85% of students said they made new and improved friendships
60% said Vocalized help them think about their future career choices
53% said it helped them improve their relationships with family and friends
Below we have also captured feedback from participants:
34 young travellers engaged
59 volunteers supported our delivery
3,596 members of the community participated in our annual festival
No. of young people who engaged in our projects and events:
133 Staying Connected
359 Holiday Programme
34 Traveller Provision
119 YAA Kicks
30 More Than A Woman
52 Market Project
37 Vocalized
660 Nightlife Tournament
3,596 Community Festival
127 Afghan Project
“Youth Action Alliance is like a hidden gem. There’s such a variety of activities and support that they provide in our area and my children could not do without them.”
“It’s been a pleasure working with Jamie, Louie and the team at YAA. Meeting regularly throughout this programme to hear about the amazing work you all do, and the highlights and successes has been delightful.
I’m pleased that myself, Shirley and others working on this with you have been able to provide support and guidance to help YAA develop and grow.”
“I spoke to people I would have never spoken to and even gained a few friends. It was really really fun!”