Derwentside Detached Youth Projett Supportlng young people In the Communlty slnce 1981 Annual Report April 2021- March 2022 DERWENTSIDE Dry¢ach•d Youth Prgi• IIE.liili 1111111 Room 40, Glenroyd House, Medomsley Road, Consett, Co Durham DH8 5HL Tel: 01207501863 Email".
Contents
| Meet the Trustees------------------------------------------------------------ | 3 |
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| Meet the Team ---------------------------------------------------------------- | 4 |
| Chair’s Report ------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |
| Jeff Davison---------------------------------------------------------------- | 5 |
| ABOUT THE PROJECT--------------------------------------------------------- ------- | |
| Jackie Forbes -Project Manager------------------------------------------ | 6 |
| Youth Workers’ Reports | |
| Diane Wordsworth--------------------------------------------------------- | 8 |
| Lynn Walton---------------------------------------------------------------- | 10 |
| The Young People Comments-------------------------------------------------- | 14 |
| DDYP Accounts 2021 - 2022--------------------------------------------------- | 17 |
| Statement of Assets & Liabilities --------------------------------------------- | 18 |
| Independent Examiners Report ---------------------------------------------- | 19 |
| Acknowledgements --------------------------------------------------------------- | 20 |
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Meet the Trustee’s
Jeffrey Davison – Chair
Anne Leech– Secretary
REV. Anne Jeffrey
Owen Temple – Treasurer
Jane Brown
Kyle Vitali
Gowther Horn
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Meet the Team
Diane Wordsworth – Detached Youth Worker
Jackie Forbes – Project Manager
Lynn Walton – Detached Youth Worker
Megan Sinden – support Youth Worker
Lucy Halkyard - Support Worker
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CHAIRS REPORT
I am fortunate to have been involved with the Project for many years, first as a Detached Youth Worker. I then became a Trustee and now have the privilege of being the Chairperson.
The vision of the Project back in 1981 was to provide some short term help and support for those young people who had no hope of employment when “The Works” closed and subsequently local coalmines. It was recognised there was a need to care, to reach out to people who were struggling, without asking them for something in return.
41 years on, although the Project has changed with the times, the basic same principle of unconditional, non-judgemental reaching out to young people is still the motivation for all at DDYP. Our name may have changed, however our aim has remained the same.
It is perhaps a little sad that the Project is still needed now, providing good quality youth work and responding to the issues that most affect the lives of young people in Derwentside. In some cases it seems as if nothing has changed, young people still need to share their fears, anxieties and hopes for the future.
As we look to the future our hope and vision is to see a non-judgmental and fair society where young people are accepted for who they are and the contribution they will bring to the community. Until then we will provide the best quality of youth work, offering new opportunities, building self-esteem, giving them the confidence to take control of their lives and look forward to a better future.
The strength of the Project has been the consistent way of it approach to the work. There has been no jumping from one problem to another, to attempts to find “quick” solutions. There is a steady measured development of youth work in line with the Project`s aims. The work takes time, commitment and patience to get results.
The Project has overcome many obstacles over the years, particularly the more recent pandemic, something nobody thought they would ever have to deal with. Once again we survived and thrived and continue to support young people and the community. The need for the Project and its mission will be with us for a long time to come.
Jeff Davison – Chair of Trustee
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PROJECT MANAGER REPORT
The aim of our project is to help and support young people, without distinction of race, political opinion or sex, to transcend to confident mature individuals and members of society, improve opportunities and look to a better future.
The initial idea for our Project came about in 1981 as a result of the closure of the local Steel Works, the principal employer in the area, followed by the closure of the local coalmines. Local residents, church leader and councillors could see the problems the massive unemployment was causing in the area and the knock on effect to the young people and their futures.
Today there has been very little change in circumstances, although new employers come into the area, very few have stayed and there has been none on the same scale as the Steel Works. Although situated in Consett town centre, we are surrounded by many rural villages, most of which do not have any youth provision. In recent years statutory youth provision has become almost extinct in the villages, together with the closure of many church and village halls it has become even more difficult for young people to get together in a safe and warm environment simply to socialize.
Detached work is the main core of our work enabling us to reach out and engage sometimes challenging and marginalised young people. Our programme is built on offering them new opportunities both socially and educational, to raise their aspirations and build self-esteem. Many do not attend statutory youth provision as there is none in their area or they are excluded, leaving them feeling they don’t belong in society. Building up a mutual working relationship we offer them diverse leisure activities aimed at improving their mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. Informal educational workshops are always on our agenda targeting relevant issues, drug/alcohol awareness; healthy eating; sexual health; bullying; LGBT+ awareness, we are led by young people addressing needs relevant to them. Outdoor activities are aimed at improving emotional and physical wellbeing, giving them new challenges, encouraging them to think outside the box, utilise their leisure time to their advantage, learn new skills and reach their own personal goal. Detached youth work is a very unique way of engaging these young people and we are proud to say we are the only one in the area. In many cases we are now working with 3rd generations of a family.
Our very successful LGBTQ+ drop in, now in its third year, aimed at young people who feel particularly isolated in every way, having nobody to talk to and no one else is like them, they are susceptible to bullying and prejudice. We offer them a safe, friendly warm place to come, enjoy the company of others, build confidence through social interaction, and show them they
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are not alone. We were made aware of the need through young people we engaged during our detached youth work.
Our art therapy group, another success, is held on a weekly basis made up of young people that are referred to us from other agencies. They may have emotional issues, behavioural issues, find it difficult so socialize, some have very serious problems. Art therapy helps them relax, build their confidence, help them to communicate with others. It also highlights their individual talents and encourages them to try other activities. A young person normally comes along to the group for a period of 6/8 weeks, once the worker feels appropriate they are encouraged to join another group, leaving a space for someone else who needs more support.
The Roots & Wings café held in the Baptist Church at Blackhill, another great asset for the area. The numbers of built up, and it has become so popular the group has had to be split into 2 sessions to accommodate all the young people.
On a Friday evening workers go along to Burnhope Community Centre to the drop in for young people. Again another huge success as there is no youth provision and very little options of transport out of the village.
We have been very fortunate over the past three years as we have received numerous grants from all sources, the main grant coming from the National Lottery Community Fund. Unfortunately, this has now come to an end, however they have still agreed to support us but not on such a great scale. Funding is and always has been a struggle for small charities like ours, however we are a dedicated team knowing the service we provide to the community. We are never afraid to try new programmes addressing local needs, we will never give up. We have overcome many difficulties, i.e. lack of funding, staff shortages, more recent the pandemic, we came through the other side determined as ever.
I have been part of this team for many years now and look back with pride on our achievements, the young people we have supported, families who have been grateful for our input, our success stories with individuals, the youth workers I have seen come and go who have always put the wellbeing of the young people first and of course the smiling faces of so many young people who go on to make the successful transition to adulthood, happy and confident.
Jackie Forbes – Project Manager
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Youth Worker Reports
This last year has been quite a challenge but I feel we as a project have accomplished quite a lot. After months of uncertainty about the future due to Covid lockdowns etc. getting back to some semblance of normalcy was welcomed by both young people and staff.
LGBTQ+ GROUP
The group has been running two nights a week since returning as numbers of young people attending increased and the room we hire was not big enough to accommodate. Over the last twelve months young people have taken part in numerous activities including a Drug and Alcohol Awareness Workshop, a trip to The Escape Rooms, a Halloween Ghost Hunt, a Christmas trip to Winter Wonderland and just recently a 2 night residential to Chartners Farm in Northumberland. The group is a safe space for LGBTQ+ young people to meet and socialise. Weekly sessions are always young people led and workers try to accommodate young people’s ideas. We have had mocktail making, pizza making and stress ball making sessions and we regularly hold quizzes chosen by young people.
Winter Wonderland
Chartners Farm Residential
I would also like to add that two members of the LGBTQ+ Group have been elected onto our Project’s Board of Trustees. The workers could not be any more proud.
BURNHOPE DROP IN
Since re-opening after Covid Lockdowns numbers of young people attending had reduced greatly as lots of young people had left school and moved on .It has taken a while but numbers attending are increasing almost weekly. Burnhope is quite a rural, isolated area and there is nothing
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else for young people in the village and most cannot afford to travel on public transport to access services elsewhere so this drop in is vital. Over the last twelve months young people have taken part in a Bullying Workshop, Winter Wonderland Trip, Positivity Stone Painting and a Halloween Party. We are also planning to hold some Healthy eating and activity days during the summer holidays.
Winter Wonderland
Making Halloween Decorations
Detached
We are currently running two sessions a week in four different areas. Over the winter months detached can be a challenge as the weather can seriously affect the outcome of the session. However in the lighter, warmer months detached can be very rewarding. It is sometimes hard to make initial contact with young people on their own turf as young people don’t trust easily and as we are detached workers and not outreach we don’t have the luxury of offering them a warm, safe place to hang out so it can be a challenge to keep young people engaged. Gaining their trust, mutual respect and listening to their needs is the key to successful detached work.
“Give young people a greater voice. They are the future and they are much wiser than we give them credit for.” (Desmond Tutu)
Diane Wordsworth - Youth Worker
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This has been a very busy but productive year for my team. We have facilitated 3 center based groups as follows:
St John’s Community Hall drop in
St John’s Community Hall drop in where we now have an average 30 to max 45 young people attending aged from 10 to 16 years. This has been a great benefit to the Community as there is no other Youth provision available in this area. We have provided a variety of activities which have included indoor and outdoor sport such as badminton, table tennis and football. We provide craft activities, board games and fun group activities.
YP Preparing Community Tea Party at St. Johns Moorside
The older group have engaged in issue based work, mental health, drug and alcohol, sexual health and assertiveness. We have also supported young people in their transition to senior school and the older ones with career path support.
In the summer 2021 we had 2 trips to Lightwater Valley which many of the young people would not have been able to afford. We also held a family day with games prizes and a buffet. At Christmas some of the young people went to an open air ice rink in Newcastle.
Those families who were struggling financially were supported by the project in practical ways. Glenroyd House supplied food and Christmas presents which we delivered to the most needy.
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January 2022
We saw an increase in numbers due to referrals from Children and Young people’s Services and the local primary school. We also worked in partnership with the PCSO s who operate in the area and had reported anti-social behavior in the younger age group. March we continue to thrive and it is obvious that young people have benefited tremendously from our service delivery.
Bee Bag by YP Art Group Member
Mushroom Bag by YP Art Group Member
Therapeutic Art Group
Our art group has provided a safe space for young people who have low self-esteem and some who have found it hard to socialise with other young people. The group is maximum of 12 young people due to the nature of the work.
Inspiration Scrapbook by YP Art Group Member
Art Scrapbook by YP Art Group Member
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We have had referrals from children and young people’s Services, CAMHS and some selfreferrals. From my own observation and feedback from young people the group has helped young people gain confidence, make new friends as well as learning art and craft skills. Two of our young people are now volunteers and peer supporters for the group.
Five of the group members are going on a sailing trip for 4 days this will take place in May 2022. This is an achievement for them as when they first joined us they were very reticent and it took time for them to build up their confidence. Their journey forward is something for them to be proud of. The group will be Sailing on The James Cook boat.
Roots and Wings youth café
We have an average of 17 attending the group aged from 12 to 16 most come directly after school and have something to eat and drink which is provided by us. The group had some offsite activities 2021 which included Infinite air trampolines and outdoor ice Rink. In the summer we held a family buffet which also included elderly members of the community. Parents showed their appreciation and informed us that their young people looked forward to attending the project and had enjoyed opportunities they could not afford to give them. We have also supported the young people in practical ways by providing the families with food, clothing and other items generously supplied by Glenroyd House Community Group. We aim for the group to continue and to build further links with the community of Bridgehill and Blackhill. The group has engaged in activities such as art and craft, music as well as working out with the punch bag. We have projects planned for later in the year which will include a music project learning to DJ and Animation and film making.
Roots & Wings Youth Cafe YP Activities
Roots & Wings Youth Cafe YP Activities
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Detached
In the communities of Moorside, The Grove, Blackhill and Bridgehill we identified young people who were in alternative education and most are known to the police. They admitted that they were too disruptive to engage in center based youth projects as well as being intimidating to other young people. They agreed to try and keep out of trouble with the police and to attend their education centers. Their reward is of their own choice, quad biking. If they keep their word and their behavior in the community improves Police are aware of the criteria for behavior and will inform us that they had no bad reports. The trip will go ahead Easter 2022. We will continue to work with the group and monitor their progress
Challenges and opportunities
We live in a challenging time. Families suffer from the rising cost of living some have no money left for leisure activities or after school clubs. In addition coping with other difficulties life may throw at them.
Our project has made a difference for these young people in many ways; either by providing a safe place for them to come and meet and socialise knowing we are there to listen, support or join in fun activities with them. We look forward to another successful year ahead.
Lynn Walton – Youth Worker
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CCDYP Accounts 2021 - 2022 Derwentslde Detached Youth Projert Accounts 2022 2022 Restricted 2021 ft•celpts Grants Ootyations." Churches & Indiwduals Fund ftai5ing Grft Aid lietlalm Inieresi Other inrome 8us Hires Total rtcpts UDrestrftted 13,5W.(X) 0.0) Tolal £ 107.299. E 93.799. f ICiI,509.16 18.42 2310.69 3.Q54 67 959,CKJ I7,0.51 3,054.67 959.C•J £ 93.799 £ 111,439.51 £ 103,498.27 P8yments Salari¢s Nl & Pvnslon 51att Experyse5 £ 71,379 32 71.J79.31 318.68 525.40 5,In.21 3.693.02 1.760.C4) £ 69,229. 364.84 111.49 5,273.37 525.40 5,157.37 3,693.02 1,760. 582.77 1,639.74 1,039.S4 121.16 iivitie5 tpiilies Equyiment & other costs Cotsnsellin Posiage Pnnt & Slatlone Telephone InsuraneÈ 14.84 337.97 1.090 67 1.639.74 1,039.54 294.41 Office Equ Rent & rat Volutsteer & Commrtrep. Exwns Trustee & staff deytlopment eus Cosls gank Chargès IT & Social Medla inc COnSL*ltane¥ Unswt Efant rnoney rèturned Mlsce51aneou5 Totsl payt5 NET RECÉIPTSIPAYMEMf5 meTrt & other cos 73.2S 164.98 2,250.IX) 1627,9S 2.617.95 192.C 774.18 2,143.Tr) £ I2CO.36 192.C¢ 774.18 2.143. 3,568.35 2,716,Gl £ 92,456.98 £ 95.173.02- £ 88,871.52 14,924.47 1.342.02 16,2M.49 E 14,626.75 Tot31 Funés brOt torwaftl 43.388.47 £ 33,578.21 76.966.68 £ 62,339,93 b total 58,312,94 7.31 58.320.2 £ 34.92Q 23 £ 93.233.1 £ 76.966.68 Tran51efs and allvstmeTrlS CCOYP FUNDSAfYfAR END 7.31 £ 34.912.92 53,Z13.17 £ 76,SWJ6.68 17
statement of Assets & Liabilities
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Independent Examiners Report 114DÉPENDÉNT PORT This report Is on tho a¢coufir ol Derwentyide Dtxhod Yolrth Profvtt ICh•rliy NwmbÈr 5133361 for the yor endeo 31° March 2022. Rupgnsibditles and ¥[$ ¢rfreport'. As the Charitys trustèÈ#. you are feswr6iblt for the preparation of the •ttounts inaccordance with the requlrtmebis of the CharItS 20111'the Act'l 35 amended. l pOrt 111 rE5pe¢t of rny ex&minatn of the proiea'sarcounts Cgnied ovrtrr 5ertlon 145 of the Act and. In carrying oui my examination, l ttave lollowed all the èpplvcable Dtre£iionsglYen by the Charlly CommFsslon under seaknn 14ySHbl of ihe A¢t. I have COrneted myexamination. I confirm ihai no mate4 matters ha¥p come io my •iient4on In connecilon wlth the examination which me ($2 to believethat ITr, Jny rnaterlal respect: • the accouftring record$ wtre Aol keptlfi •¢corfante With sect)n 130of the Act.. or • the accounts do not èctord wlth Ihè account1 rtords. I have no concerns and have ¢ome acr055 no other matters ill con[lon with the ex3rninat>n to whKh ittention shouhj drawn th th15 report ID orderto en•ble a wopet UT)Orstandln8 of the accounts to be 1¢thed. Ind•pItent Ex•mln•e$ siat•ment In¢¢>nNortiDA th my txamSFlalK)n, no matter has corne to my attentn.. 111 whlch 8Nts me rÈasoftablt cause to believe ihat tn ary material resrAttthe requiremert to keep accountin8 recovds in accor(tance wilh settbn 13001 the Charltie$ Att,. athl • to prepart 4c£ount5 which accord wrth the accountin8 records and £ornply wlth the accountir8 req¥trentS of the Charli5 Act have not been met,. or (21 io which. in rny Opinion, attention should br ttrawrs in orderio enable a proper wdersrandlw of the aLtounts to bE #¢he. 4w" Dated Kenneth Williamson 28 WhaTnieyWay. Castle51de Consdi DH8 9QN QLtalkftstioDs: Approvéd aithe è Gener•i Meetln8 of Lknven15hJe Deiachedyoth Project on 518n•d-. Dated S*ned.. Dated 19
Acknowledgements
We can’t say a big enough “thank you” to all who have given us their support over the years, particularly during some very difficult times. The support has enabled us to provide a consistent service to young people and the community. Over the years funding has become more difficult and we have unfortunately seen so many small charities like ours disappear.
Some of our funders have gone over and above in their support and we are eternally grateful for their input and advice.
This list is not comprehensive and some wish to remain anonymous.
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The National Lottery Community Fund – Lynn Stoddart your guidance has been exceptional.
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County Durham Foundation
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Awards for All
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The Catherine Cookson Charitable Trust
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The Ballinger Trust – John & Andrew your support and guidance went over and above.
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Aviva
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The Rothley Trust
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The Barbour Trust
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The National Lottery COVID support fund and The Government
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Cllr. Alex Watson
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Cllr. Dominic Haney
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Catherine White – in memory of Jimmy
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Derwent Valley Area Action Partnership
It goes without saying a thank you to our volunteers, without them we could not work to our full capacity. They are valued members of our team and we appreciate every one of them. Martha.
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The Rothley Trust
Derwentside Detached Youth Project (DDYP) Annual Report 2021 - 2022 Published by Jackie Forbes, Project Manager on behalf of the Trustees Design & Layout by DDYP Design Team 21