1. Where can I get help in assisting in the setting up of a youth club?
Contact the Youth Service, Children's Services, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN Tel: 01225 396980. The office will put you in contact with one of its youth workers.
2. How can I get involved in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award as a volunteer?
By helping with an Award group, contact the Youth Service Office, Children's Services, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN Tel: 01225 396980.
3. As a young person, how can I join the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme?
Through a DOE group, contact the Youth Service Office, Children's Services, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN Tel: 01225 396980.
4. Can I book a Youth Service Hub for an event?
Yes, please refer to the list of Local Authority Centres and contact the Centre direct. Otherwise, contact the Youth Service, Children's Services, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN Tel: 01225 396980 or by email: Youth_Service@bathnes.gov.uk
5. What is DAFBY?
DAFBY stands for Democratic Action For B&NES Youth. It is the project that is developing ways of ensuring that young people's voices are heard, they are part of the decision making processes that effect their lives.
Check out http://www.facebook.com/DAFBY for more info
6. What Youth Hubs are in my area?
Please see the youth centres page.
7. How can I apply for a job in youth work?
Contact the Youth Service, Children's Services, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN Tel: 01225 396980 or by email: Youth_Service@bathnes.gov.uk an officer will advise you of the process for applying for a job.
8. What age does my son/daughter have to be to join a youth club?
Generally 11 to join a Council run youth club, although it may vary from club to club. Please see the youth centres page. Otherwise, contact the Youth Service Office, PO Box 25, Riverside, Temple Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DN, 01225 396980 or email: Youth_Service@bathnes.gov.uk for further information.
9. Is there a confidential counselling service for young people in Bath & North East Somerset?
Yes, it is Off The Record, and information, advice and counselling serve for young people. Their website can be found at: http://www.offtherecord-banes.co.uk/
Helpline Numbers:
01225 335551(Bath)
01761 411500 (Midsomer Norton)
0117 9861115 (Keynsham)