Youth work contributes to young peoples’ learning and development. … Building young people’s self-esteem and self-confidence. Developing young people’s ability to manage personal and social relationships. Creating learning opportunities for young people to develop new skills.

Why do you like working with youth?

Working with young people is attractive because it allows us to take vicarious satisfaction in their achievements. But the sight of those young people failing to fulfil their creative potential is unbearable because it reminds us so powerfully of our own unfulfilled potential.

Why do I want to work with at risk youth?

I find it a privilege to work with at risk youth. The social structure is set up, in almost every way, to beat them down. They need helping hands and supportive adults that truly believe in them. They need people who are honest with them and can help them navigate this world.