• Stop Trafficking

    08 January 2012

    The Met Police are today launching a new confidential hotline offering support for all people subject to people trafficking.A powerful campaign and so important.Please tell your friends - remember the number is freefone 0800 783 2589

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  • What We've Been Upto

    08 January 2012

    During the last three months, the YEP have attended some very interesting events and training sessions. YEPS attended Gangology and Weapons awareness training to enhance and equip them with the tools and knowledge to run workshops at various schools that are at risk, being able to work with youngsters of all ages. 

    The YEP also attended events such as Stop and Account to share their opinion on whether this should stop or continue; the Community Peace March, where YEPS marched and delivered conflict and weapons workshops in Art zone as part of the community day and a university event at Ponders End Youth Centre, which encouraged young people to sign up to courses. 

    The YEP also took part in ASB (Anti-social behaviour) surgeries with Enfield Homes; spoke to year six pupils about personal safety during Junior Citizens at Oasis Academy Enfield and showed support after the death of Negus McClean by helping out at Youth Centres and talking to young people in Enfield Town and Edmonton Green about how they felt.


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  • In School - Knife Crime Awareness review

    15 June 2010


    Today my class only had two lessons at school which was a double period of PE. We had an assessment in Trampolining.The reason why we only had to lessons was because people came in to talk to us about knife and gun crime, which is big in London.

     

    After break, a policewoman from the CO19 branch of the Metropolitan Police came. The CO19 branch if anyone doesn't know is the Specialist Firearm (guns) and Knife Command branch, they are armed with guns. She showed us a PowerPoint of how many teenagers died in 2008-09 and there were 43. They all died by either stabbing, shootings and cut throats.

     

    After, the lady showed us pictures of guns and asked to find the imitations... we all failed miserably. “This is why we treat all guns as real..." she said, later we watched real life footage of what happens when somebody gets stabbed and what the police have to do, it was really sad because the person died and we saw so of the funeral, no one came to testify and the killer came out a free man later to kill someone else.

     

    Secondly, Sally Knox, mother of Robert Knox, Harry Potter star, came to talk with us about what happened when her son got stabbed. She played a video that was made by his friends after he died.

     

    After lunch, two men came from the Greenwich youth theatre and showed us a play called "Brothers". In the play 'Brothers' we met 2nd generation Nigerian twins growing up in the streets of London. Ken, with his traditional ideas and values, was becoming increasingly alienated from Tai, who lives by the ethics of the street. It's a complex and potentially dangerous sibling rivalry where anger, violence and membership of a polarized street culture clash with family loyalty. When they finished the play they asked us what the play was about.

     

    What was so cleverly done about the play was that Ken was actually dead and acting as his conscience. Tai had the choice of either taking revenge on the boys who killed his brother or leaving them alone and carrying on his life. These two choices were symbolized as either the black shirt (bad) or the white shirt (good). At first Tai chose the black shirt in an instant and wasn't listening to his brother who was telling him to wear the white but at the end he chose white.

     

    At the end, they said that we were the best behaved and had excellent ideas, which was a great way to promote Year 8.

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  • Fellow YEP Team Lead in Enfield Advertiser

    07 May 2010

    Making the choice: Voters talk about the issues that concern them as Enfield goes to the polls

    Wednesday, 05 May 2010 - from the Enfield Advertiser

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    VOTES for the main parties cannot be taken for granted by a new generation of young people who do not feel traditional political loyalties.

    That is the view of 24-year-old Randy Lewis, who says that Labour’s traditionally guaranteed vote among the working classes has not transferred to young people.

    Mr Lewis, a member of the Youth Engagement Panel which offers advice and support to young people in the borough, said: “More young people want to vote this time around, but a lot of the people who are running for office don’t really understand their lives. I’ve been encouraging as many people as possible to register to vote. It’s easy to moan about politicians, but if you don’t do anything about it, like voting, maybe you don’t have a right to complain.”

    And Mr Lewis believes this election will be more open than ever. “When I first voted, I voted for Labour,” he said. “But now things have started to change – I don’t think they can bank on the black vote any more. Labour used to get the working-class vote, but times have also now moved on
    and the other parties are starting to appeal.”

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    To read more, click on the pdf below

    404a4ef2-b9a3-4235-9cfd-6625c940a840.pdf

     

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  • Official Sports London - Apply by 12th April!

    09 April 2010

    In the run up to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games we're looking
    to train people to be sports officials. The LDA and Sport England have set
    up Official Sports London to provide funding to help Londoners aged 16+
    gain qualifications and volunteer to support sport in London. This exciting
    programme can help Londoners to access new opportunities to volunteer in
    sport.

    What is Official Sports London?
    Official Sports London is an exciting bursary programme that helps
    Londoners, aged 16+, to gain sports officiating qualifications in one of 21
    sports. Successful applicants can train as referees, judges, timekeepers,
    scorers, umpires, line judges and many other roles. There really is
    something for everyone.

    Successful applicants will receive bursaries of up to £350 to help with
    course costs, license fees, clothing, uniform and equipment, travel
    expenses and childcare costs for both completing a course, and 15 hours of
    volunteer officiating. We can also offer additional support packages for
    disabled people and enhanced funding for existing high level officials.

    How to apply?
    1. Visit www.officialsports.org, or contact admin@officialsports.org or 020
    7749 9173 for information on eligible sports and courses.
    2. Register online to receive an application form:
    http://www.officialsports.org/register. You can also call 020 7749 9173 or
    email admin@officialsports.org to register, and we can arrange to send you
    an application form.

    You can also apply retrospectively if you've already completed your course.

    It really is that simple - so if you're interested in gaining a
    qualification and volunteering in sport, apply today and be a part of
    Official Sports London.

    When to apply?
    The next closing date for applications is 12th April 2010 so please make
    sure you get in touch soon so you have time to receive your application
    form and apply. Please note that all successful applicants must commit to
    undertaking their officials training before the end of June 2010 so it
    really is important that you get in touch as soon as you can. You can also
    check out our course calendar to see which courses are coming up before you
    apply.

    If you miss the deadline of 12th April 2010, it may not be too late for you
    to benefit from this exciting opportunity - contact us on 020 7749 9173 or
    admin@officialsports.org if you are not able to apply before this date and
    we will be able to help.

    How you can help?
    We want to make sure that people from across London benefit from this
    opportunity and apply to Official Sports London. Please forward this email
    to any contacts you have who might be interested in opportunities to gain
    qualifications and volunteer in sport.

    If your organisation is interested in finding out more, contact us and let
    us know - we'd love to hear from you!

    Thanks for your help, and we look forward to hearing from you soon,

    The Official Sports London Team!

    Official Sports London
    C/O Continuum Sport & Leisure Ltd
    Maximising Opportunity and Impact Through Sport and Leisure

    64 Great Eastern Street
    London EC2A 3QR
    Tel 020 7749 9173
    Email admin@officialsports.org

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  • ‘PASE Success Unrivalled’

    30 March 2010

    Trial Dates set!

    Boreham Wood FC PASE Scheme enters is 8th season and has evolved immensely each year striving to produce players, students and giving young people the right foundations to progress Academically and in their football education.

    The Scheme professionalism and care to detail as a club is shown in their success on and off the field. This season they have produced 3 full England Internationals, two coming in the English College Football Association (ECFA) and English Independent Schools Football Association (ISFA). They are currently set for their fourth Southern County League Championship and on course to lift the ECFA College league title.

    This success looks to continue and with trial dates set throughout the coming months beginning in April 2010 to uncover the next crop of young players to continue our success.

    So if you’re interested in joining the largest footballing and education academy in the UK, and for more information on trial dates please contact our PASE office on 020 8953 5716 or download an application and brochure by visiting http://www.oaklands.ac.uk/about/borehamwoodfc.aspx

     

    PASE Brochure.pdf


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  • New Skills 4 New Jobs

    30 March 2010


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    A free 8 week training course

    Learn practical new skills

    to help you

    get back into work…

    … exclusively for Enfield residents

    STEP 1

    Am I eligible for this training?

    If the following applies to you, then you can take part in the training:

    • I am 18 to 24 years old
    • I am resident in the London Borough of Enfield
    • I have been unemployed for 4 weeks or more
    • I am in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance
    • I do not have a Level 2 qualification (equivalent to 5 GCSEs grades A to C)

    STEP 2

    What will I do on the 8 week course?

      • In the first two weeks you will be able to gain a Workskills qualification,

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    • Then you will be able to choose one of three training courses

      which will provide you with the New Skills

      you need to help you towards a New Job





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      Option 1

      Hospitality and Catering

      If you would like to learn to cook and work within the hospitality industry this course will help you towards a basic qualification which can lead to progression. You can choose between Preparing and Cooking a Range of Dishes or Providing a Table and Drinks Service

      Option 2

      Retail

      Work towards your NVQ Level 1

      learning how to deliver good customer service in retail industry,

      communicating effectively with customers

      Option 3

      Customer Service

      Work towards your NVQ Level 1

      learning how to deliver good customer service

      and communicate effectively with customers

    STEP 3

    How do I get started?

    To find out more simply call Southgate College

    020 8982 5050

    or contact your Job Centre Advisor

    Southgate College High Street Southgate London N14 6BS




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  • Training for Employment Course

    30 March 2010

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    A FREE 6 week training course to help you get back into work…

    …it’s as easy as 1,2,3

    STEP 1

    Am I eligible for the free training?

    If the following applies to you, then you can join the course:

    • I am over 19 years old
    • I have been unemployed for 6 months

    STEP 2

    What will I do on the 6 week course?

    1. During the first two weeks you will work individually with an advisor who will help you prepare to get back into work. They will look at your skills, help you to prepare your CV, arrange a mock interview and support you with searching for job opportunities.
    2. Once you have completed this two week programme you gain a BTEC Award in WorkSkills qualification.
    3. The next four weeks will provide you with a taster of the skills you need to work in your chosen industry. You can choose from 11 different options.
    4. You can add your new qualification and skills to your CV

    STEP 3

    What do I do next?

    Simply call Southgate College on 020 8982 5050 and/or contact your Job Centre Advisor to find out more.

    NOW 11 choices!!

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    Also Community Sport Leadership

    Business and Service Skills Choices

    Customer Service

    Most businesses need staff with expertise in customer service. Many industries require people for customer facing roles. You will be working towards an NVQ in Customer Service.

    IT

    Many jobs these days require a good level of IT skills. During your course you will carry out an in-depth assessment of your existing IT skills and study for the Word Processing unit.

    Business Administration

    There are possibilities of employment in a whole range of industries for people with business administration skills. During your course you will be introduced to the Business Administration qualification and work towards one of the units – Using IT Systems.

    Teaching and Learning

    If you are interested in becoming a trainer, teacher or workplace assessor within adult education or the community sector, then this course will start you off on the basic teaching qualification - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTTLS).

    Accounting and Finance This course will introduce you to a nationally recognized accounting qualification and you will work towards one of the qualification units - Bookkeeping to Trial Balance.

    Vocational and Trade Skills Choices

    Motor Vehicles – Maintenance and Body Repair

    If you are interested in working within the motor vehicle industry and would like to gain a qualification in either vehicle maintenance or body repair then this course will introduce you to these skills. You will be able to work towards either the Vehicle Repair unit or the Panel Preparation and Repair unit which will eventually lead to the IMI Technical Certificate/NVQ qualification.

    Electrical Trade

    You will have an induction into the Level 2 Electrotechnical Technology Certificate and work towards one of the units - Working Effectively and Safely in an Electrotechnical Environment.

    Health and Social Care

    This course will offer an introduction to the NVQ in Health and Social Care and you will work towards one of the units - Developing Communication Skills for Care.

    Childcare

    If you would like to work within the childcare sector, then this course will introduce you to the NVQ2 Children’s Care, Learning and Development qualification. You will work towards units in Developing Skills for Working with Children and Developing through Play.

    Catering and Hospitality

    If you would like to learn to cook professionally, or would like to work within the hospitality industry, then this course will help you towards a basic qualification. You will be able to choose to work towards one of the units needed, either Prepare and Cook a Range of Dishes or Provide Table and Drinks Service.

    ALSO Limited places !!!

    Community Sports Leadership

    Nationally recognised qualification enables successful candidates to independently lead small groups of people in sport and recreational activities.

    Selection ; By Personal Interview

    Must have INTEREST IN LEADING GROUP ACTIVITIES

    How to find us

    Southgate College, High Street, Southgate London, N14 6BS



    Tel: 020 8982 5050 Email: admiss@southgate.ac.uk

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  • Community Sports Leadership

    30 March 2010

    Sports Leaders UK – Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership

    Why study this course

    The Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership is a nationally recognised qualification that enables successful candidates to independently lead small groups of people in sport and recreational activities.

    The qualification teaches generic leadership skills such as organisation, planning, communication and teamwork through the medium of sport. It is a fun and practical qualification with no entrance requirements or final examinations to sit.

    Assessment criteria
    It is possible to take each of the learning outcomes and break them down further into     assessment criteria. We can think of the assessment criteria as what the candidate will be expected to achieve, in order to demonstrate that the learning outcome has been met.

    Where will the course take me?

    Many students will be able to continue to the level 2 CYQ Fitness Instructors, or Coaching skills at level 1 or 2. Alternatively you will be able to seek employment in the sports industry.

    Course content and structure

    Contribute to organising and delivering a sports activity session

    Establish and maintain a safe sporting activity

    Understanding the structure of sport and recreation at local, regional, and national level

    Understand and lead fitness sessions

    Demonstrate principles and practice in running sporting events and competitions

    Demonstrate principles and practice in adapting sports activities

    Plan a series of appropriate sporting activities

    Demonstrate leadership skills in the community

    Unit 8 requires a minimum 10 hours of leadership to be completed by the candidate away from the centre

    Desirable Interests

    • Fitness Instructing
    • Coaching
    • Leadership

    Coursework and examinations

    You will be required to complete worksheets and assessments for all 3 units.

    Entry requirements

      Must be over 16

    You should have studied at least to Level 1 in literacy and have a real interest for leading group activities.

    Selection

    By personal interview .

    Teaching Methods

    Any practical work is in the gym and tutorials are classroom based

    More information and how to apply

    Contact Admissions Centre for more information and to apply.

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  • Cyber Bullying - Chase Side Primary School

    24 March 2010


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