PYP'S FULL RANGE OF SERVICES
ALL OUR SERVICES TARGET CHILD POVERTY & YOUTH CRIME
Our Services Inform, Empower & Transform Mindsets
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) is a forward thinking, solution-focused organisation. Therefore in response to the crisis situation around serious youth crime within the West Midlands and the added; financial, social and mental health pressures that the COVID-19 pandemic has placed on families, we have revised our services to ensure that we are meeting the changing needs of the community.
Anti-Youth Crime Education
Youth Crime Prevention Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) offers education through the provision of our Anti-Youth Crime Programme. The aim of the programme is to highlight the dangers of serious youth crime involvement, the consequences that can lead to; hospitalisation, death and imprisonment and the alternative lifestyle options available.
We collaborate with various public, private & voluntary sector agencies such as; West Midlands Police & Ambulance, NHS, Criminologists, Army, Red Thread, Victims Parents, Ex Offenders, Colleges, Universities and Local Business Owners, who are also very keen to help identify & protect the most vulnerable families & individuals within the community. For more information visit our CRIME PREVENTION PAGE
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
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There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Careers Support & Development
Youth Crime Prevention Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) provides a FREE Youth Careers Programme which includes working alongside Colleges, Universities and Local Businesses who are looking to work in an outreach capacity to capture the attention of young people. Our aim is to support the school curriculum by providing additional educational & experiential learning opportunities to demonstrate to young people the options available to them to gain legitimate earnings in employment or business.
If you are a business, college or university that is interested in collaborating with us, please visit our contact page to express your interest via email. For more information visit our CRIME PREVENTION PAGE
If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Signposting & Referrals
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) delivers this service as part of our Family Support Service. We work with parents/carers to identify the contributing factors within the home and school environments that may lead young people into a life of crime, and in collaboration with experienced external agencies, provide them with the practical and emotional support to steer them onto the right path to make better life choices. For more information visit our FAMILY SUPPORT PAGE
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Health & Wellbeing Surgeries
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) works in partnership with schools, children centres and external agencies to provide health & well-being surgeries that focus on healthy lifestyle and habits. The aim of these sessions is to raise health awareness by promoting nutrition, physical exercise, mental wellbeing, healthy relationships & lifestyle choices. We also provide support in matters that impact health such as; finances, housing, education and employment.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Financial Literacy Training
Financial Education Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) works in partnership with external providers to deliver education and practical assistance to families around the subject of finances. PYP uses a variety of financial education strategies to help deter young people from entering into a life of crime by exposing them to legitimate ways of earning money and planning for a future of financial freedom.
PYP collaborates with public and private sector financial service providers to teach young people and families how to save and invest for profit & growth with a view towards generating an increased household income from earnings & investments. PYP works alongside statutory, private and voluntary sector agencies and businesses to provide young people, families and the wider community with information and opportunities to access education, employment, training and entrepreneurship.
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A variety of topic areas are covered to help prepare young people for adult life, this includes; spending, budgeting, paying bills, credit cards, loans, secured/unsecured loans, debt avoidance/management, savings, investments, tax planning, charity donations and leaving a legacy. For more information visit our FINANCIAL EDUCATION PAGE
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Youth Projects
Youth Crime Prevention Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) provides all year round projects for young people aged 8-25 years. The main aim of our projects is to inform and develop young people in the areas of Education, Employment, Training and Entrepreneurship. We partner with many agency providers from the public, private and voluntary sectors across the City and country. Our projects place great emphasis on youth crime prevention, personal development, health & well-being and team building. We use a combination of teaching approaches to accommodate the various learning styles, in order to reach the young people and get our messages across.
A variety of learning sessions are delivered throughout including; First Aid Training, Motivation, Confidence Building, Life Skills Training, Health & Lifestyle Training, Sporting Activities, Team Building Activities and Creative Arts etc. PYP projects usually take place during school holidays, unless otherwise requested, and are generally 5 days in length. However, we are able to offer shorter or longer project durations at your request. For more information visit our PROJECT PAGE
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If you would like PYP to run a project in your establishment with your young people please email us your request. Otherwise, look out for our annual projects which you may refer a young person who fits the criteria, to attend. Feel free to inquire for more details.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Network Meetings
Youth Crime Prevention Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) offer FREE themed networking events that centre around Education, Employment, Training and Entrepreneurship. We work in partnership with various organisations including; businesses, banks, colleges and universities, to deliver the support young people require for career development.
Venue Owners/Local Businesses
If you would like to use your Corporate Social Responsibility for a great community cause then this would be a perfect opportunity for you to do so. All you have to do is email your expression of interest and we will get back to you. Please be sure to visit our INVEST IN A CHILD page for more information about sponsorship and donations.
Stallholders/Vendors
If you are interested in displaying at any of our events please email us your details so you can join our list and be one of the first to know about our events and benefit from any discounts we may be offering.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Seminars & Conferences
Financial Education Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) provide seminars and conferences to offer information, support and guidance to young people, families and the wider community. These events are centred around reducing Child Poverty, Youth Crime & Financial Hardship, and are very motivating and inspiring. The audience are actively involved throughout and there are prizes to be won. We collaborate with many agencies to deliver these sessions including; Community Organisations, West Midlands Police, National Health Service and Local Businesses.
Our seminars and conferences are usually advertised throughout our main social media platforms; Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & WhatsApp. We also promote through local authority establishments, community venues, local newspapers and radio stations. Tickets for attendance can be obtained via platforms such as; Eventbrite or directly via our website.
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We are particularly interested in hearing from:
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Keynote/Guest speakers
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Specialists/Experts in the field
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Stallholders/Vendors
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Entrepreneurs & Business Owners
If this is something you are interested in being a part of, then please visit our contact us page to express your interest via email, and we will contact you with more information.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Workshops
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) run a number of Workshops for adults and young people aged 8 - 25 years. They are extremely popular and cover a range of topics such as; Basic Life Saving, Confidence Building, Business Start-up and Staying Safe.
Our workshops are run from various community venues across the City of Birmingham, this includes; schools, church halls, community centres & children centres. Workshops may take place during term-time and holiday seasons.
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If you would like PYP to run a workshop in your establishment please visit our contact page to email your request. To refer a young person to attend a PYP workshop, please inquire for details. For more information visit our WORKSHOP PAGE
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Parenting Support
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) incorporates support for the parents and carers of young people who fit our criteria. Parenting support falls under all three umbrella's: Family Support, Youth Crime Prevention and Financial Education, and is offered in a variety of ways including; Workshops, Parent Information Surgeries In Schools, Coffee Mornings, Online Events, Seminars and Conferences.
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PYP also provides Anti-Crime Parenting Support which incorporates experts in the field such as; police, criminologists, counsellors etc; to identify warning signs, know the correct course of action to take & acknowledge how to access specialist community-based support agencies.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Community Outreach Events
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) aims to promote family bonding by helping to repair, restore and rejuvenate relationships. We also engage the wider community to encourage community cohesion by using multiple interaction activities including:​
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Family Away Trips
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Fundraising Activities
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Quiz Nights
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Movie Nights
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Disco Nights
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Seasonal Activities
If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Focus Groups
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) offers this FREE service because we believe that the only way to really make a positive impact is by listening to our key stakeholders. As well as being relevant and current, it is important that the services we provide remain youth and family-centred at all times. We therefore rely on the 'voices' of those who matter most to help to shape and mold the organisation. For this reason we utilise the knowledge & experience of our focus groups to not only inform our practice but also provide solutions to the problems that are affecting their daily; physical, mental, emotional and socio-economical well-being.
If you know of any young people or parents who would be interested in joining our PYP Focus Groups, we would be grateful if you could direct them to us.
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If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Keynote/Guest Speaking
Family Support Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) is a brand that the community not only recognise but also look to for guidance and support. Over the years we have used our voices to either; speak to young people (and their parents/carers) directly, as well as speak on behalf of young people. Keynote speaking has become a vital part of the family service we provide as it gives us a platform to stand before young people and the wider community with a message that not only informs but also challenges, motivates & inspires individuals to change their lives for the better.
If you would like to 'Book Us To Speak' to your class, group or at your event or school assembly etc, then please visit our contact page to Email Us your expression of interest and we will get back to you with further details.
For more information visit our BOOK PYP TO SPEAK PAGE
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.
Youth Advocacy
Youth Crime Prevention Service
Positioning Youth To Prosper (PYP) is a change agent that intends to advocate for young people on a level that seeks to look beyond the implementation of projects and move towards improving systems. We plan to use the voices of young people to champion changes in policy and legislation relating to Education, Employment and Policing System, to ensure fairness and equality across the board.
PYP advocates for young people by:
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Acting as an information resource and mediation service between law enforcement agencies and families;
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Working alongside external agencies to help improve the systems responsible for the welfare of young people;
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Supporting young people in their quest for greater independence and involvement in decision-making for their lives;
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Encouraging local businesses and larger corporations to offer more support & work experience opportunities for youth;
If you have a young person, class or group who would benefit from our services then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.
There is a fee to pay unless identified as a FREE or SPONSORED service at the time of enquiry. Please visit our FAQ's Page for more information.