Scotland
About Youth Initiatives Scotland
In 2017 our CEO Andy was given the opportunity to start Youth Work programmes and activities in partnership with schools in the north of Glasgow. Having worked in Youth and social care services for 10 years and having spent two of those years working in Belfast for Youth Initiatives Northern Ireland he knew immmediately that he wanted these programmes to be Youth Initiatives programmes so set about founding Youth Initiatives Scotland.
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Youth Initiatives Scotland was officialy founded on October 11, 2018 in Glasgow. We exist to reach out to young people and connect them to a positive relational environment where they can grow in faith and life skills, serve others and honour God with their lives. We serve young people aged 8-21 with a focus on 11-18 year olds.
Our mission is to awaken hope, inspire initiative and mobilise young people to make a vital contribution to their communities and to the future of Scotland.
Our Values
Addressing Social Disadvantage
​We are committed to engaging young people from disadvantaged communities.
Professionalism
We value quality, excellence and team work in our practice.
Equality and Inclusion
We are committed to equality and fair opportunities.
Leadership
We prepare young people to lead in work, family, church and community.
Creating a Culture
​We provide environments of honour, support and growth in cross-community contexts.
Christian Ethos
We base our approach on Christian principles of hope, faith and love.