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A deep well of skills, qualifications and experience exists among the workforce and volunteers that deliver services to young people across Perth and Kinross.
In smaller units like CAYAG in Coupar Angus, the new team is made up of two staff covering 30 hours between them. Sessional support and emergency cover is provided by a local Community Education student.
Prior to this fund KYTHE had a musical focus, which remains a passion for workers and members alike. However, the fund has enabled them to develop a much wider programme of youth activities.
As the largest partner, YMCA has eight full time members of staff with over 100 years of experience between them, supported by four part-time and sessional workers. They regularly host student placements from various community and youth work courses.
Appreciation was shown for supportive local partners, that widen the offer. Examples included Community Development Trusts, 'In Bloom' groups, recycling projects, Community Councils and more.
Volunteers are indespensible to youth work, bringing their talents to local teams. All partners remarked on the diversity of human assets that paid and voluntary staff bring. Credentials in social science, humanities, arts, sceince and technology, management and life skills all contribute to enriching young people's experience of local youth work.