The Youth Agency strives to promote, establish, and operate sustainable youth work services for the benefit of young people aged 8-25, within Wester Hailes and the surrounding communities of Broomhouse, Sighthill, Parkhead and Longstone.
Our youth work is informed by a core set of beliefs that include a commitment to equality and diversity, inclusivity and a non-judgemental approach.
The Agency is managed by a Board of Directors, who are elected from the company membership at annual general meetings. The Board ensures responsible stewardship of the company business and the strategic development of the organisation as a whole.
The Board employs a Manager who is charged with the task of developing youth services in line with the agreed strategy and the overall management of the organisation.
Youth Agency services reflect the youth work principles of:
- Young people choose to participate
- The work must build from where young people are
- Youth work recognises the young person and the youth worker as partners in a learning process
These principles are embodied in our approach by providing support that promotes physical, emotional and mental wellbeing along with social, recreational and educational opportunities. We believe that the individual needs, abilities, and aspirations of young people should be recognised, understood, and met within a safe and supportive environment, which encourages them to achieve their goals and make real measurable progress.
