THE ONE EIGHTY YOUTH PROJECT

The ONE EIGHTY Youth Project

 

The overall aim of the ONE EIGHTY Youth project is to provide positive activities and programmes for young people aged 11-18 living in the Potters Green area.

 

Our objectives are to:

 

Respond to the needs of local young people by giving them “somewhere to go, something to do” as well as forum for being a positive voice into the wider community

 

Connect local adults with local young people to ‘build bridges’ and promote positive relationships and community integration in a safe environment

 

Build a sense of “self worth” in individuals and groups of young people as they are empowered to make a positive difference in the lives of others

 

The aims and objectives of the ONE EIGHTY Youth Project fit well within the Governments ‘Every Child Matter’ agenda to help young people:

·                       Be healthy

·                       Stay safe

·                       Enjoy and achieve

·                       Make a positive contribution

·                       Achieve economic well-being

 

In Coventry children and young people have identified a sixth Every child Matters outcome, which is important to them - 'having supportive friends, families and communities'. This is the outcome that perhaps best represents the heart of the ONE EIGHTY Youth Project. It is our desire that we see an inclusive community, valuing and respecting each sector of the neighbourhood, in an atmosphere free from antisocial behaviour from young and old alike.

 

Partnerships

 

The ONE EIGHTY Youth Project has active partnerships with a growing number of statutory, voluntary and community groups:

 

Neighbours & Nations Church

 

Neighbours & Nations provide ongoing funding for many youth activities as well as a number of volunteers and workers. The ONE EIGHTY Youth Project was founded by local residents many of whom are involved in this home-based church community. Neighbours & Nations also offers a range of faith-based activities for young people in the area. www.neighbours-and-nations.co.uk

 

St Philips Church

 

St Philips Church provides space for young people as well as other practical support to the project. St Philips also offers a range of faith-based activities for young people in the area.

 

United Reform Church

 

Provides space for the Youth Café and other activities.

 

Coventry Youth Service

 

Coventry Youth Service has an active partnership within the Monday Night Youth Club and provides funding, administration and two youth workers. The Youth Service aims to engage young people in personal, social and educational learning opportunities to increase and enhance self-esteem, self-confidence, aspirations and achievement. Coventry Youth Service also offers activities for young people in the area including an Art Club based at Woodway Park School. www.coventry.gov.uk

 

Potters Green Community Association

 

Potters Green Community Association provides space for the weekly Table Tennis Club.

 

PAYP – Positive Activities For Young People

 

This government organisation provides funding for trips, activities and equipment through different funding bodies often through the Youth Service.

 

Other Local Partnerships include:

 

Local Neighbourhood Police Team

Woodway Park School (Table Tennis)

BEST TEAM – Woodway Park School

Potters Green Residents Action Group

Local Network Fund (Funding for Boys Groups & Girls Groups)

Coventry Youth Offending Service

PIONEER COMMUNITY ACTION TEAM (HOPE 08)

 

ONE EIGHTY Operates a full Child Protection Policy for the benefit of young people and workers

If you are a teen, parent or local organisation and would like to find out more, please feel free to get in touch.