At Young K&C, we understand that navigating the complex issues facing children and young people alongside running community organisations can sometimes be challenging. That's why we've created the Resource Hub—a comprehensive list of local and national guidance, opportunities, and advice to support our members in fulfilling their needs and objectives.
Discover the resources available to you. Whether you're looking for guidance on safeguarding, governance or mental health and wellbeing, our hub is here to support you every step of the way.
LOCAL RESOURCES
SAFEGUARDING RESOURCES
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London Safeguarding Children Partnership, LSCP
The LSCP seeks to enhance the safety of children in London by supporting organisations to meet their statutory responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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National Youth Agency Guidance
NYA guidance, support, advice and access to training resources for all organisations and individuals working with young people – whether you’re a volunteer, a trustee, a youth worker or an organisational lead.
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NSPCC Training
Created by experts in safeguarding, the NSPCC's Child protection introductory training courses will help give you the knowledge and skills to recognise, report and record concerns to protect children and young people.
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Young K&C Guidance
Young K&C's guidance, written by our CEO Nicola Butler, to help you understand and write your Safeguarding Policies and Procedure.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING RESOURCES
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Kooth
Kooth is a free, safe, anonymous online emotional wellbeing community that is accessible 24/7, 365 days of the year and provides access to chat sessions with BACP-accredited counsellors and qualified emotional wellbeing practitioners.
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Mind UK
Mind provides information and resources to help you better understand your mental health as well as free online peer support and local support services. -
We Got U
A database of resources and information for young people wanting to access mental health support in Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea.
GOVERNANCE RESOURCES
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Ofted Governance Framework
This governance framework sets out the main responsibilities of the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills, the Ofsted board and His Majesty’s Chief Inspector.
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National Youth Agency Standards
NYA publish a range of standards and frameworks, reports, briefing documents and other resources, with the aim of supporting youth workers to deliver high quality provision.
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Charity Commission
Government information and resources on how to set-up, register and manage a charitable organisation.
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Companies House
Government information and resources on how to set-up, register and manage a company, including CICs.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES
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LSCP Training
Here you will find upcoming safeguarding children training sessions, offered free of charge by the London Safeguarding Children Partnership (LSCP).
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KCSC
KCSC offer a range of services that help support local voluntary groups, including helping them access training and funding.
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Google Digital Garage
A database of free digital skills training to help develop your organisation's online presence and communications.
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Charity Digital
Helping charities #BeMoreDigital through inspiring content - the UK's only discounted and donated technology platform and connection to the best digital talent in the sector.
CULTURAL COMPETENCY AND ANTI-RACISM RESOURCES
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Staff College
Help to provide professional and practical support to the public sector and children’s services community through the delivery of national cross-sector programmes.
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Charity So White
Charity So White are a POC-led campaign group seeking to tackle institutional racism in the charity sector, offering resources and events.
