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Martin Saunders • 27 Aug, 2024

A safety manifesto for young people

With a General Election looming, Christian safeguarding charity Thirtyone:eight want to put young people’s safety at the top of the political agenda. Here’s a look at what they’re proposing – and how you can join in.

Jules Loveland • 16 May, 2024

A good childhood in a digital age?

What piece of technology defines your teenage years? We all love a bit of nostalgia but we’re also acutely aware of how different life is for young people today and how technology is propelling us into the future.

Gemma Madle • 13 Dec, 2023

Youth ministry after Mike Pilavachi

Youth ministry after Mike Pilavachi. How do we process, learn and begin to move on? Youthscape offers some reflections and practical ideas in the wake of the substantiated allegations against Mike Pilavachi.

Martin Saunders • 25 Oct, 2023

Heading Into God Knows What

Martin Saunders introduces the theme for NYMW 2023 as we explore the future for young people and youth ministry in this year's conference 'Into God Knows What".

Martin Saunders • 30 Jun, 2023

Unravelling the Complexities of Addiction: Understanding, Supporting, and Guiding Young People

Dive into the intricate world of addiction as we explore how to understand, support, and guide young individuals on their journey to recovery.

Dr Kate Middleton • 05 Jun, 2023

As a youth leader, how do I respond to the investigation into Mike Pilavachi?

An investigation is currently ongoing into allegations of safeguarding concerns involving Mike Pilavachi, who has stepped back from all leadership roles in various Soul Survivor ministries, including the Soul Survivor Watford church.

08 May, 2023

15 things every youth worker can do to prepare young people for exams

The pressure of exam season can be overwhelming for young people. Here are 15 ways youth leaders can support them: emotional literacy, self-care, regular check-ins, breaks, and connecting with God.

20 Mar, 2023

Do we really need to talk about Andrew Tate?

With Andrew Tate's arrest still dominating the headlines, Rachel Gardner asks how youth leaders should respond to one of the most famous figures on TikTok.

Rachel Gardner • 20 Feb, 2023

The psychology of heartbreak

Relationship break-ups can be difficult at any age, but how can we offer support to young people as they navigate this for perhaps the first time?

Laura Haddow • 14 Feb, 2023

Running Open House in a Christian context

Gemma Milligan • 31 Oct, 2022