Youth Enfield Enfield Council’s magazine for young people aged 11-19 • SUMMER 2016
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Welcome to Youth Enfield Magazine
Try something new in Enfield
I am Councillor Ayfer Orhan. Since 2010 I have been the Cabinet member responsible for making those important decisions relating to education, children’s services and protection. This allows me to meet so many young people across Enfield. Something I hear quite often is that there is not a lot for young people to do in the area. Enfield does have has a superb selection of services and activities on offer for Enfield youth between the ages of 11-19 and up to 24 with a learning difficulty or disability. Opportunities are out there and Youth Enfield magazine features some of those wonderful activities and shares the exciting experiences of so many young people who are getting involved and achieving so much. I hope you enjoy reading all about these in this edition and are encouraged to take up something new too.
Councillor Ayfer Orhan
, Cabinet Member for Education, Children s Services and Protection
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Proud Enfield After school clubs and activities Getting ready for work Council apprenticeships Enfield Careers Service Homophobic bullying Reporting hate crime Voluntary youth partnership win award Enfield youth provision map Youth organisations in uniform Be safe online Enfield 2020 sustainability programme Sex and relationships education More Enfield Young People’s Project Success Child sexual exploitation Tackling child abuse Cycle Enfield Enfield Judo Club
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Enfield has lots of places and opportunities that support young people aged 11 to 19 and up to 24 with a learning difficulty or disability, to learn and do more. You can further your interests, develop new skills and do something unique and enjoyable too. In this issue you can find out about some of the wonderful activities, groups and clubs Enfield has to offer. These include: the great range of activities from Council youth centres and community partners (pages 16-17); club activities and extended learning opportunities at Enfield schools (pages 4-5); and a choice of uniformed youth organisations local to Enfield and neighbouring boroughs (pages 18-19). The best way to keep track of what’s happening, and when, is via the Youth Enfield Facebook and Twitter pages and Youth Enfield website www.enfield.gov.uk/ youth – which is now mobile phone and tablet friendly too. This issue also features: the Skills for Work Service – who provide opportunities to gain skills, experience and qualifications to find work (pages 6-7); introduces you to the Enfield 2020 sustainability project (pages 22-23) and why you should consider cycling in Enfield (page 30). So what are you waiting for, read on and be inspired.
Acknowledgements and Credits:
Many organisations and people contribute to Youth Enfield magazine. So some content in this magazine has been provided by third parties (youth activity providers and others) independent of Enfield Council. It is the responsibility of each activity provider to ensure the information they provide is up to date and accurate. The contents of this magazine do not necessarily represent the opinions, views, policy or procedures of Enfield Council. Enfield Council accepts no liability for any illegality/problems/ issues arising from error or omissions or inaccuracy in such material and takes no responsibility for such material. This magazine is designed by Enfield Council Design and Print Service – 020 8379 5283 with original artwork from designers Everyone’s a Winner – www.everyonesawinner.net
We would love to hear about your successes and achievements so please do email us at youthenfield@enfield.gov.uk to tell us more. We look forward to hearing from you.
Youth Enfield
The magazine editor is Vijay Jeshram from Enfield Youth and Family Support Service – 020 8379 4804 or youthenfield@enfield.gov.uk
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Proud Enfield Proud Enfield is a youth project that supports lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) young people in Enfield. Young people will have the opportunity to: • meet other LGBT young people • talk about sexuality and relationships • obtain support with coming out and tackling homophobic bullying • take part in structured activities that develop life skills
Take part in 6 sessions on topics such as:
Proud Enfield
The LGBT* group of young people in Enfield aged 13-18 meets every Wednesday to:
Our Brand New offer for 2016
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• talking about sexuality and feelings • how to come out to parents, friends and others • how to tackle homophobic bullying and get support doing this • sex and relationships • safe social media networking • meeting other LGBT young people and getting peer support
You could become a Proud Young Leader and get involved in: • tackling homophobic bullying campaign • inspecting how LGBT friendly our services are for young people • supporting other LGBT young people • promoting the Proud Enfield offer • getting funding to support Proud Enfield projects
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For more information about Proud Enfield and how to join us please call call Yemi 020 8379 8314 / Peri 020 8379 8034 or email proud@enfield.gov.uk Youth Enfield
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Proud Enfield is a partnership project run by Enfield Council, Enfield LGBT Network and Enfield Children and Young Person’s Services. For more information about how to join please call Yemi 020 8379 8314 / Peri 020 8379 8034 or email proud@enfield.gov.uk Other recommended websites for LGBT support are: • PACE Health – promoting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health and well being • LLGS (London Lesbian and Gay Switchboard) – providing free and confidential support and information to lesbian, gay, bisexual & trans people
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, What s happening at school after school? All secondary schools and some special education schools and tuition centres in Enfield offer a good selection of after school clubs, activities and extended learning opportunities. They believe it is important for pupils to excel in their academic subjects but to also have a range of different interests, passions and skills.
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Some schools call these enrichment or extra-curricular activities. This is because they aim to enrich the learning experience and personal development of their pupils and include activities and learning outside of the core curriculum topics. As one of the secondary schools, John Keats Academy, explains: ‘We want our pupils to develop interests, hobbies and passions that will broaden their horizons, raise aspirations, promote physical and mental well-being and develop lifelong interests.’ www.arkjohnkeats.org
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Benefits of extracurricular activities Most schools will have a choice of educational or recreational activities to choose from. These are likely to include: music, dance, drama and school performances; sports activities such as football, netball and athletics; and opportunities to assist your learning through homework clubs and revision sessions. You will need to check with your school to find out what after school facilities/ clubs are being offered, when, where and the applicable ages. Some will have daily programmes after school and during lunchtime. For example Bishop Stopford’s School offers the following daily programme*:
Monday >> Lunchtime: basketball club; maths club and school newspaper
Tuesday >> Lunchtime: language club; jazz band; basketball club; maths club >> After school: sports hall athletics
Wednesday >> Lunchtime: basketball club; maths club; music club >> After school: gospel choir
Thursday
>> Lunchtime: basketball club;
maths club; computing club >> After school: self-defense
Friday >> Lunchtime: basketball club; maths club; water explorers club >> After school: volleyball club
Whereas some schools will have activities on selected days only. For example Durants School provide after school clubs on the following two days*:
>> Monday: step into dance >> Thursday: trampoline club
*correct at time of printing It is important to note that the majority of activities will be for the pupils of your school only but some schools offer occasional activities that are open to all pupils in the borough with additional opportunities for your siblings of a similar age to take part too. www.enfield.gov.uk/youth
Extra-curricular activities give you the opportunity to develop skills and confidence in a fun and enjoyable way. They can also help you take an active role in the school and wider community. The key benefits of taking part include: • helping you keep active, engaged and interested in learning • widening your areas of interest by being introduced to new things – which could be challenging but almost always fun • developing a talent or skill – through more intensive learning to what is provided at school • helping you gain confidence in your abilities – gained from mastering a new art form or a new skill which in turn increases the pupil’s self-esteem • experiencing better attention spans and performing better academically • helping you learn better social skills as you get to meet others who share your interests and make new friendships
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Getting ready for work Enfield Council’s Skills for Work Service provides opportunities for young people aged 16 and over to gain the skills, experience and qualifications to help them find work. They help young people: • improve skills and gain qualifications • gain confidence in applying for jobs and attending interviews • find a traineeship, apprenticeship or work experience placement This is provided through a number of learning programmes that appeal to the interests and goals of the young people they support. The service is a single point of contact for all queries relating to finding work experience, apprenticeships, traineeships, work related learning, careers advice and community education.
Supported internships Supported internships are available from the Skills for Work Service. This is one way of supporting young people aged 16-24 with a learning difficulty or disability into paid employment.
The employers taking part value this programme as the job coaches help them understand and work through the business benefits of employing a diverse workforce.
The young person is based at the employer’s premises for the duration of the internship and follows a planned study programme with on-the-job training from expert job coaches. This provides opportunities to gain the skills the young person needs for the workplace. There may also be the possibility of studying for relevant qualifications and potential to move on to a paid job at the end of the programme of study – should the intern meet the required standard. The supported internship from the Skills for Work Service is a year-long placement. The young people will need a keen desire to work, willingness to be an independent traveller and able to study to at least a Level 1 qualification (such as GCSEs, NVQs, BTECs and Diplomas). Any young person with a learning difficulty or disability who can meet these requirements can contact the Skills for Work Service for more information, or they can ask their youth worker to do it for them.
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Skills for Work Service 020 8379 8850 @ skillsforwork@enfield.gov.uk
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Enfield Council Apprenticeships
Unlock Your Potential
Apprenticeships are work-based routes to gaining qualifications and experience. You can apply for an apprenticeship while you’re still at school. To start one, you’ll need to be 16 or over and not in full-time education.
Apprenticeship Opportunities If you’re looking for the chance to work and train with Enfield Council or with some of the most exciting organisations and companies in the borough, visit our website for more information.
As Louise (20) explains, apprenticeships are opening doors to her long-term career goals:
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When I left school I thought about becoming a beauty therapist. However, on studying the course I felt the skills I have to offer may not be stretched far enough in this field. I decided to leave this course and pursue something more appropriate for me. I wanted to gain the knowledge and qualifications but I also wanted to work. A family member recommended that I look at doing an apprenticeship and made me aware of opportunities at Enfield Council. Of all the apprenticeship options on the Enfield Council website, the Business Administration Apprenticeship really appealed to me. Following a successful interview I secured a Level 2 Business Administration Apprenticeship within the School Improvement Service Team. I learnt a lot there. If I needed some help or guidance in any matter, I was able to confide in my tutors from the Skills for Work Service. Two tutors were available throughout my apprenticeship. They provided the business administration lessons and came in to our work for observations and meetings. This helped me turn any issues I may be experiencing into learning opportunities. For example, when one of the managers from my team moved on to a new job, one of her duties was given to me to complete. I did not know how to fulfil this and yet was expected to meet the weekly deadlines.
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My tutors helped me to see how this would help me gain new skills and test what I am capable of achieving. I therefore set about learning how to do the job and checked with my team to make sure I was on the right track. I had completed the Level 2 and immediately moved on to the Level 3 Apprenticeship. When that was coming to an end, I moved on to a placement with the Council’s Communications team. This was a really good opportunity for me, as it pushed me to my full potential. I was able to learn more about the political side of the Council, go to events and meet the councillors and the Chief Executive. I have now completed my Level 3 Apprenticeship. With the experience I gained, I was able to secure a full-time job at Enfield Council in the Business Support Hub. From there I entered a secondment (temporary change of role) in the Chief Executive’s Office. Taking the apprenticeship path helped me get the training and experience I needed to get a job and kick-start my career ambitions. It may be suitable for you too.
Find out about apprenticeships at Enfield Council at www.enfield.gov.uk/jobs and click on the Apprenticeship opportunities tab. www.enfield.gov.uk/youth
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Enfield Careers Service Enfield Careers Service (ECS) advisers have been busy during this academic year supporting young people at school. The advisers can speak to you about your course/subject and help you identify related jobs areas. For example, how many job areas do you know about? ECS advisers can help you find out about the various levels of jobs within the 20 job groups available and support you to make an informed decision. This can help you extend your knowledge and discover some interesting jobs you might not have considered. New jobs are being created all the time so it’s important that you develop your knowledge about the labour market. ECS host regular careers events and job fairs to help you find out about opportunities in education, employment and training. As part of Black History Month, ECS held a successful ‘Inspiring Young Minds’ event. A range of
motivational speakers from various career sectors were able to interact with the students on their career journeys. Over 50 students across all schools attended and feedback from the event was extremely positive. One young person who attended the event said: “I have just met my first PhD Doctor, and this has really motivated me to continue my studies. I really want to come next year too.” The Learning Difficulties and Disabilities Team from ECS took part in Enfield’s annual Moving On information event for parents in February. This was an opportunity for parents/carers to find out more about the services and support available to them and their young person as they move into adulthood. ECS will be planning similar events this year too as workshops on creative media, job search, apprenticeships and achieving career goals. To make sure you get to know about the next event please email careerservice@ enfield.gov.uk
How to contact us @ careerservice@enfield.gov.uk
020 8379 8850
1st Floor, Marsh House, 500 Montagu Road, London, N9 0UR We also visit secondary schools in Enfield on a regular basis; please speak to your form tutor for more details.
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Homophobic bullying Victims of abuse can be anyone no matter what their sexuality or gender is. However LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans) individuals could face additional concerns because of homophobia. Homophobia is the fear, dislike and unfair treatment towards people who are identified, or perceived as being LGBT. Bullying behaviour towards someone because of their sexuality, or what is rumoured to be their sexuality, is termed homophobic bullying. This could include verbal remarks and threats as well as physical violence.
If the bullying behaviour makes you feel like you are in immediate danger you should call 999 and ask for the police. You could also think about keeping a diary to write down what happens, when, who does it and how it makes you feel. Schools, colleges and other educational centres have a legal responsibility to take homophobic bullying seriously. This is important as Stonewall, a leading charity that campaigns for the equality of LGBT people across Britain, stated that homophobic bullying is widespread in UK secondary schools. This is impacting on the affected young people’s well-being as well as their attendance and attainment. (www.youngstonewall.org.uk)
Nobody has the right to put you down or threaten you for who you are. Such action can also be against the law. If you feel anxious about your safety you should tell a trusted adult at home or at school right away.
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Reporting Hate Crime The Police describe hate crime as any incident that the victim believes to be racist, homophobic, or due to the person’s religion, belief, gender identity or disability. It can be reported on the basis of the victim’s viewpoint and so evidence may not necessarily be required to report it. To report a hate crime or to speak to someone about it in complete confidence you can contact Enfield Council on 020 8379 4612. You can also use the new Self Evident app available to download on to your phone on Google Play and Apple App Store. You can also contact the following places across the borough to help you report a hate crime or let you speak to someone before deciding if you wish to take it further and involve the police. These are: • Enfield LGBT Network – 020 8366 6665 or email info@lgbtenfield.org • Citizens Advice Bureau – 020 8375 4175 • Enfield Disability Action – 020 8373 6228 • Enfield Women’s Centre – 020 8443 1902 • Victim Support – 020 7336 1775
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Otherwise you can also visit the following websites: ChildLine www.childline.org.uk – speak to counsellors for an online chat via their website (this works a bit like instant messenger) or calling 0800 1111. That way you can talk to the counsellor about what’s happening and think together about what you might like to do next. EACH (Educational Action Challenging Homophobic) www.each.education are another organisation that can support you. They have a helpline specifically for reporting homophonic bullying, which you can call for free on 0808 1000 143.
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No one should be targeted for their Race, Faith, Disability, Sexuality or Transgender Identity
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Are you looking for an exciting alternative to school? Capel Manor College is London’s largest land based college and a unique learning environment, discover what Capel Manor College has to offer you at our upcoming Enfield Centre advice sessions: Monday, 11 July Advice Evening, 5pm to 7:30pm Friday, 26 August Advice Day, 10am to 3pm For any other information please visit our website. My first year at Capel Manor was the best year of my life. I love the college so much. The tutors are helpful, they treat you like an adult and they push you to do better. Rebekah, former countryside student I never thought that getting my qualification for university would be so much fun! Vikki, former animal care student I came to Capel at 16 instead of school and I now run my own horticulture business. George, former horticulture student For further information on our courses and centres across London please visit:
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Quality mark for youth work partnership’ Enfield Children and Young Person’s Services (ECYPS) supports voluntary and community organisations working with children and young people in Enfield. They work closely with DAZU, an Enfield youth charity that provides enjoyable and educational activities for children and young people of all ages and all abilities. The ECYPS and DAZU partnership received a Silver London Youth Quality Mark in recognition of their efforts in transforming the lives of young people. ECYPS / DAZU won the Silver award for their work with young people and projects they are delivering for young people to access across Enfield such as: • ECYPS Teenscheme Project targeted at young people age 11-17 • ECYPS / DAZU I Feel Good project • Joint Youth Initiative Activities age 13-19 • DAZU Young Carer’s project age 4-18 • ECYPS / DAZU Goals for Girls age 11-19 Claire Whetstone, director of ECYPS said:
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L-R Shamima Rahman (ECYPS); Beth Williams (London Youth); Hamida Ali (ECYPS)
“ECYPS / DAZU programmes provide young people with the opportunity to improve and develop their social skills, self-esteem, confidence and achieve vocational qualifications. They can also take respite and participate in volunteering experiences which have led to paid work for some of the young people we support. “The young participants feel they are accepted and have a sense of belonging as they are able to form friendships with peer groups and the wider community. Joint projects such as I Feel Good gives young people a chance to take positive time out as a young carer, somewhere they can also engage with other young carers
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going through similar experiences. The sessions have a therapeutic element with activities such as hair and beauty, facial, henna tattoo, boxercise to mention a few. “Also through the Joint Youth Initiative young people are able to access a range of activities such as sports, trips and other events in a safe and healthy environment which are good for their wellbeing.”
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Go to www.ecyps.org.uk, www.dazu.co.uk and www.londonyouth.org to find out more about the work these organisations do to support young people.
Finding youth groups and activities in Enfield As mentioned in our editorial introduction on page 2, Enfield has lots of places and opportunities that support young people aged 11 to 19 and up to 24 with a learning difficulty or disability. How do I find out about these and where are they located? To help you we have a map on the centre pages (16-17) that shows a selection of the huge range of opportunities that exist already. The contents of this map are not an exhaustive list of the youth activities in Enfield but a snap shot cross section of some of the larger youth activities available in the borough (as of 1 April 2016). Limited space on the map means some organisations will not be listed. If your youth organisation or one you know of is not mentioned email us at youthenfield@enfield.gov.uk and we can look to profile the organisation in future editions of Youth Enfield and update our map accordingly.
Some important detail to take note of:
The organisations (youth activity providers and other organisations) represented on this map are not necessarily endorsed by Enfield Council. The details are provided by the organisations or ECYPS (Enfield Children and Young Person’s Services). They ensure this information remains up to date and accurate. Enfield Council takes no responsibility for the material other than entries relating to their own services. Before taking part in any activities listed here, Enfield Council strongly advises that you make full and detailed checks to ensure that high quality provision, safe environment and all relevant policies and procedures (especially about safeguarding children and young people) are in place. Enfield Council cannot be held responsible for any issues or problems arising from involvement in these activities unless it relates to the quality of the activities delivered by their own service provision.
Keeping up with the borough activities
We are busy putting the map entries on the What’s on in Enfield? section of the Youth Enfield website www.enfield.gov.uk/youth So please visit the Find an event or activity page to get the most up to date information about these opportunities. Here you will find the events and activities scheduled under each month.
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Youth Provision in Enfield ID Type of Provision
Name of Provision
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Education & Skills for Work Support Skills for Work Service – Marsh House
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Education & Skills for Work Support Skills for Work Service – HEAT
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Visual & Performing Arts
Face Front Inclusive Theatre
4
Visual & Performing Arts
Chicken Shed Theatre Co.
5
Visual & Performing Arts
Art Start
6
Mentoring/Support/Accreditation
LYRC [Life Youth Resource Centre]
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Mentoring/Support/Accreditation
CAYE Support to French Speaking African Young people
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Youth Uniformed Provision
Trinity at Bowes Boys and Girls Brigade
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Youth Uniformed Provision
Enfield Boys Brigade
10 Youth Uniformed Provision
Enfield Girls Brigade
11 Youth Uniformed Provision
1159 Sqn ATC [Air Training Corps – RAF Cadets]
12 Youth Uniformed Provision
2473 Sqn ATC [Air Training Corps – RAF Cadets]
13 Youth Uniformed Provision
85 Detached Flt ATC [Air Training Corps – RAF Cadets]
14 Youth Uniformed Provision
85 Sqn ATC [Air Training Corps – RAF Cadets]
15 Youth Uniformed Provision
Enfield Sea Cadets
16 Youth Uniformed Provision
Enfield Police Cadets
18 Youth Uniformed Provision
8th Enfield Ponders End Scouts
19 Youth Uniformed Provision
3rd Southgate Scouts
20 Youth Uniformed Provision
20th Enfield Scouts
21 Youth Uniformed Provision
10th Enfield Sea Scouts
22 Youth Uniformed Provision
24th Edmonton Scouts
23 Youth Uniformed Provision
6th and 13th Enfield Scout Group
24 Youth Uniformed Provision
28th Enfield Scouts
25 Youth Uniformed Provision
16th Enfield Scouts
26 Youth Uniformed Provision
14th Enfield Scouts
27 Youth Uniformed Provision
3rd Enfield [Air] Scouts
28 Youth Uniformed Provision
23rd Southgate Scouts
29 Youth Uniformed Provision
14th Southgate Scouts
30 Youth Uniformed Provision
4th Southgate Scouts
31 Youth Uniformed Provision
20th Southgate Scouts
32 Youth Uniformed Provision
6th Southgate Scouts
33 Youth Uniformed Provision
22nd Southgate Scouts
34 Youth Uniformed Provision
24th Southgate Scouts
35 Youth Uniformed Provision
5th Enfield Scouts
36 Youth Uniformed Provision
12th Enfield Scout Group
37 Youth Uniformed Provision
18th Edmonton Scouts
38 Youth Uniformed Provision
19th Enfield Scouts
39 Youth Uniformed Provision
5th Southgate Scouts
40 Youth Uniformed Provision
2nd Enfield Trinity Scouts
41 Youth Uniformed Provision
20th Edmonton Scout Group
42 Youth Uniformed Provision
4th Enfield Scouts
43 Youth Uniformed Provision
10th Edmonton Scouts
44 Youth Uniformed Provision
23rd Enfield Scouts
45 Youth Sport Provision
Goals for Girls
46 Youth Uniformed Provision
St John’s Ambulance Brigade
47 Leisure Centres
Edmonton Leisure Centre, Edmonton Green, N9
48 Leisure Centres
Aspire, Edmonton County School, Bury Street, N9
49 Leisure Centres
Southgate Leisure Centre, Winchmore Hill Road, N14
50 Leisure Centres
Arnos Leisure Centre, Bowes Road, N11
51 Leisure Centres
Southbury Leisure Centre, Southbury Road, EN1
52 Leisure Centres
Albany Leisure Centre, Hertford Road, EN3
ID Type of Provision
Name of Provision
53 Football Clubs
Broomfield FC
62 Martial Arts Clubs
Enfield Town Karate Club
54 Football Clubs
Norsemen
63 Martial Arts Clubs
Mushin School of Karate
55 Football Clubs
Brimsdown FC
64 Cricket Clubs
Winchmore Hill Cricket Club
56 Boxing Clubs
Edmonton Eagles
65 Cricket Clubs
Norsemen, Edmonton Cricket Club
57 Boxing Clubs
Tottenham and Enfield Amateur Boxing Club
66 Cricket Clubs
Cockfosters Cricket Club
58 Martial Arts Clubs
Enfield Judo Club
67 Cricket Clubs
Botany Bay Cricket Club
59 Martial Arts Clubs
Muaythia Kickboxing Club
68 Youth Sport Provision
Street Active Football Programme
60 Martial Arts Clubs
Shogun Martial Arts Centre
69 Youth Sport Provision
Southbury Football 7s Competition
61 Martial Arts Clubs
Edmonton Karate Club
70 Youth Sport Provision
Junior Badminton by LBE Sports Development
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Circle denotes a 25 minute walk to a Youth Hub, the majority of Enfield’s population is no more than a 25 minute walk from a Hub. Youth Hubs are youth centres that as well as providing youth activities have details for, and signpost to other youth activities in the borough
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ID Type of Provision
Name of Provision
ID Type of Provision
Name of Provision
71 Youth Provision
Southgate Progressive Youth
80 Youth Provision
St Andrews Youth Project
72 Youth Provision
Turkish Youth of Enfield
81 Youth Centres
LBE Alan Pullinger Youth Centre
73 Youth Provision
DAZU
82 Youth Centres
LBE Bell Lane Youth Centre
74 Youth Provision
Xbus
83 Youth Centres
LBE Croyland Youth Centre
75 Youth Provision
Trinity at Bowes
84 Youth Centres
LBE Ponders End Youth Centre
76 Youth Provision
Radio Marathon
85 Youth Centres
LBE Unity Hub @ Craig Park
77 Youth Provision
Green Stars
86 College Base Provision
Southgate College
78 Youth Provision
St Mary’s [Our Lady] RC Church, Ponders End Youth Club
87 Music Provision
Enfield Music Service [www.enfield.gov.uk search ‘music’]
79 Youth Centres
Oasis Enfield Island Village Youth Centre
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Youth Organisations in Uniform YOU London brings together 10 of the most experienced youth organisations in uniform (YOU) into one unique partnership. They all share a common aim to give young people the skills and confidence to make a difference in their lives and within their communities. Visit www.youlondon.org.uk to find out more. The YOU groups are very active in Enfield or in a neighbouring borough. You can choose from:
Air Cadets Activities that offer challenge, excitement and of course loads of opportunities to take to the skies. The group promotes practical interest in aviation, encourages a spirit of adventure and develops leadership qualities and good citizenship. Visit London and South East Region website www. laseratc.org and www.raf.mod.uk/ aircadets
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Army Cadet Force Participate in a broad range of exciting, challenging, educational and adventurous activities. Some activities have a military theme and others have more of a community focus. Visit the Middlesex and North West London ACF website www.armycadets. com/county/middlesex-and-northwest-london-sector-acf or www. armycadets.com
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Boys’ Brigade Action-packed programme of activities for boys and girls too including playing sports, challenging adventures, learning new skills, gaining awards, finding out about faith and going on trips and holidays. Visit www. enfieldbb.org.uk
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Girlguiding A fun and broad programme of activities that enables girls to develop their full potential in a safe, girls-only space. It’s where members can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities. Visit www.ggme.co.uk and www.girlguiding.org.uk
Girls’ Brigade Girls’ Brigade is primarily but not exclusively for girls. The groups enjoy activities that help you to make new friends, have fun, find out about faiths, gain awards and learn new skills. Visit www.girlsb.org.uk
Fire Cadets Fire Cadets gain qualifications and life skills through activities with London Fire Brigade (LFB). The challenges help build confidence, develop practical skills and bring the local community together. And of course, they are lots of fun too. www.london-fire.gov.uk/ FireCadets.asp
Sea Cadets Inspire young people to reach their potential through nautical based adventures. Activities develop valuable personal attributes like team working, independence and communication skills. Visit the Edmonton Sea Cadets website www.sea-cadets.org/edmonton and www.sea-cadets.org
St John Ambulance Cadets Gain first aid skills and work towards achieving your Grand Prior Award. This award helps you develop knowledge and skills from a choice of over 70 different subjects ranging from first aid training to fire prevention and photography to sports. Experienced first aiders attend events such as football matches, The Marathon and The Lord Mayors Parade to provide first aid cover. Visit: www.sja.org.uk/ sja/young-people.aspx
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Scouting Scouting is the UK’s biggest mixed youth organisation. Scouts change lives by offering 6 to 25 year olds fun and challenging activities, unique experiences and everyday adventure. Members also get the chance to help others and make a positive impact in their communities. Visit www.scouts. org.uk
Volunteer Police Cadets A programme supported by the Metropolitan Police Service open to young people across London’s diverse communities. They promote a practical interest in policing among young people with opportunities to enhance life experiences and citizenship skills. Visit www.content. met.police.uk/Site/cadets
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Be safe online Most young people will have access to the internet either at home or via their mobile devices. This is great for getting news, keeping in contact with friends and family and researching topics for your school or college work. However there are risks to being on the internet too. Some of the key points to think about are what you are doing, what you are sharing and who you are interacting with online. Not everything you read or see online will be true. You will need to think clearly and sensibly about what to do or what to believe. You should determine whether the ideas, arguments and findings represent the entire picture and be open about finding that they do not. You may come
To help you think critically ask yourself: • Is this person someone I know and trust? • Can I prove they are who they say they are? • Am I clear about what to do if I do not want to continue with an online interaction? • What proof have I got that what I am reading about is true? • Can I confirm what is fact or opinion? What sorts of things can I do to verify that? • Is what I am sharing, looking at or who I am interacting with, sending out the correct message? • Have I accurately presented what I meant to say? Could my words be read differently without context or tone of voice?
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across messages of hate and hostility but be aware that these may be used as a temptation to get you to engage in conversation. As a critical thinker you will question why information on the internet is being put out there and why. Be cautious too of who you are friends with online. Not everyone you talk to will be honest about their identity. Be wary too of people you have never met asking you to continue the conversation in private. Challenge them about whether you can talk to friends, parents or teachers about what they are saying. If this is not encouraged something is not quite right as this is not something you should be asked to hide or keep secret about. You should then inform a trusted adult about it.
• Likewise am I reading this the way it was intended or am I misinterpreting the content due to lack of context or tone of voice?
Source: www.themodernparent.net
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For more information about online safety visit the Safety Online page on Youth Enfield website www. enfield.gov.uk/youth This includes details about where to go to report any online messages or websites you are concerned about. You can also visit these websites for more advice and useful tips:
• Bullying UK www.bullying.co.uk/cyberbullying • Whoishostingthis www.whoishostingthis.com/resources/e-safety • Internetmatters.org www.internetmatters.org/issues/radicalisation
• Enfield Safeguarding Children Board www.enfield.gov.uk/enfieldlscb • Thinkuknow www.thinkuknow.co.uk from NCA’s CEOP Command • Childline’s Safe Surfing page www.childline.org.uk • NCA’s CEOP Command www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre
There is also a useful guide on internet safety for people with a learning disability or autism on the Mencap website www.mencap.org.uk You can go directly to the guide page using this link http://tinyurl.com/hn8c9hd
Planning a trip to the Big Apple or Miami Beach?
THINK AGAIN If you’ve got a criminal record it can be very difficult to get a visa for the USA and some other countries. The real cost of a criminal conviction is that your life choices can be limited.
SAFE ENFIELD
www.enfield.gov.uk/gangs www.adviceguide.org.uk/england (search criminal convictions)
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What is sustainability? You may have read, or heard people talking, about sustainability – but what does it actually mean? Most people will associate this with doing things better so that we and our future generations can benefit from our actions too. Recycling, renewable energy and climate change are the most common considerations but delivering sustainability is much more than this. It is about saving money, creating local jobs, improving our environment, reducing waste and improving public health. Enfield 2020 is Enfield Council’s sustainability programme. It promises to deliver significant economic, environmental and social benefits across the whole borough by 2020. The six themes for Enfield 2020 are:
1. Managing your energy 2. Regenerating the borough 3. Supporting jobs and businesses 4. Improving the local environment
Just 2.5 hours of physical activ ity per week reduces the risk of heart disease by 30% and diabetes by 27%.
5. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Join one of our activities to help keep you fit and healthy:
6. Improving public health Example projects in the programme include Cycle Enfield and School Travel Plans. Cycle Enfield aims to make cycling more attractive by developing cycle routes and providing cycle training. School Travel Plans encourage safe and sustainable modes of travel to school, such as walking and cycling. As a result of both plans, air pollution will be reduced and students, as well as other residents, will benefits from healthier and more active lifestyles. To find out ‘What’s in it for me?’ please visit www.enfield.gov.uk/enfield2020
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Borrow a bike for just £10 a mon th, lear n cycle skills for free or join an exciting Sunday bikin g For more infor mation please visit: exploration with Cycle Enfield www.enfield.gov.uk/enfield2020 Enjoy a range of sport and physical activity courses www.enfield.gov.uk/sport for children and adults with www.cycleenfield.co.uk Everybody Active Remember, physical activity includes any bodily moveme nt that uses energy including walking, dan cing and even household chores.
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You don’t have to spend a lot of money or shop for hours to get a new wardrobe. Instead of buying new clothes or throwing out your old ones, use these suggestions and tips to upcycle them. DON’T AUTOMATICALLY THROW OUT CLOTHES THAT ARE TOO SHORT OR TOO LONG. Jeans that are too short can be cut into shorts for summer. Bored of your maxi dress? Shorten it to a knee length summer dress. EMBELLISH. Coats, cardigans, skirts and jackets can be given a whole new lease of life simply by changing buttons or adding simple details such as new collars or cuffs.
NO SEWING. Think of design ideas that don’t require sewing. E.g. consider adding fabric paint or beads, dying it, cutting off the sleeves or ironing on a transfer. AS THEY SAY – ONE PERSON’S RUBBISH IS ANOTHER PERSON’S TREASURE. Give away, swap, or sell the items that you don’t like anymore – it’s a great way to get together with friends.
Remember, don’t place any textiles in your recycling bin, they can be recycled at the Barrowell Green Recycling Centre or taken to your local charity shop.
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Town Clinic is back in town The Town Clinic is a contraception and sexual health clinic helping young people in Enfield make healthy choices. This includes free advice and contraception to help reduce the risk of unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. The Town Clinic was closed for a short while as they made arrangements to relocate to a new Enfield Town venue. We are pleased to say that this new facility in Burleigh Way, Enfield Town, is now open. From this new location The Town Clinic is looking to provide a daily service with extended opening times. Whilst they work towards that the current opening times are detailed in the timetable below.
The Town Clinic – Enfield Town 4-5 Burleigh Way, Enfield EN2 6AE
Enfield’s contraception and sexual health clinics support young women and men of all sexualities with friendly advice on contraception and sexual health. For more information and the most up to date opening times visit the ‘Local Clinics’ page in the Sex and Relationships section of the Youth Enfield website www.enfield.gov.uk/youth The Town Clinic – Telephone: 020 8887 4501 Appointments line: 020 8887 4510 Monday:
Tuesday:
8:00am-2.00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
2:30pm-6:30pm*:
Young People’s Clinic (Age 18 & under) Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
6:00pm-7:00pm
Contraception & Sexual Health – (appointment only)
10:00am-12:30pm: Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in) 10:30am-12:00pm: Procedure clinics – (appointment only)
Wednesday:
Thursday: Friday:
1:30pm-7:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (appointment only)
8:00am-2:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
2:30pm-6:30pm*:
Young People’s Clinic (Age 18 & under) Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
6:00pm-7:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (appointment only)
8:00am-1:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
1:30pm-7:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (appointment only)
8:00am-12:00pm: Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in) 1:30pm - 7:00pm: Contraception & Sexual Health – (appointment only)
Saturday:
9:00am-2:00pm:
Contraception & Sexual Health – (walk in)
*We may need to stop taking patients before the clinic closing time if the clinic is full Please note: the only available contraception at “walk in” clinics will be: pills, patches and injections. All implants and coils require appointment – please call the appointment line to arrange.
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Contraception Contraception are items you can take, insert or attach to your body to prevent unplanned pregnancies. Effectiveness of condoms and oral pills depends on correct and consistent use. Whereas Long-Acting reversible contraception (LARC) are methods that take away the need to remember to use them to be effective. As the name suggests once they are in place they can last for several months or years and are reversible which means you can have them removed at any time. There are four LARC methods to choose from for girls but boys should use condoms at all times. This is because using condoms protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as well as pregnancy. The LARC method that works best for you will depend on your health and your circumstances. There are lots of things to consider when deciding which form of contraception is best for you. The following questions can help you decide which method is most suitable:
The LARC methods are: • Contraceptive implant – A small flexible rod is put under the skin of the upper arm. • Contraceptive injection – An injection into a muscle, usually your buttocks but can also be your arm. • Intrauterine device (IUD) – A small plastic and copper device inserted into the body (genital area). • Intrauterine system (IUS) – A small, T-shaped plastic device inserted into the body (genital area).
• How effective are the different methods? • Can you make contraception part of your daily routine? • Would you prefer contraception that you don’t have to remember every day? • Are you comfortable inserting contraceptives into your body? • Do you mind if your periods change? • Do you smoke? • What if you can’t use hormonal contraceptives? • Are you taking medicines for other conditions? • Do you want to get pregnant in the near future? For more information about LARC and general sexual health matters call or visit your local sexual health clinic. For more information and the most up to date opening times visit the ‘Local Clinics’ page in the Sex and Relationships section of the Youth Enfield website www.enfield.gov.uk/youth
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Emergency Contraception If you had unprotected sex there is a chance you may be pregnant. You may also be worried that the contraception did not work. In these situations emergency contraception is available which can be used up to 3 days or 5 days (range varies for different products) after sex but the sooner they are taken after sex the better. Females 24 and under can access free emergency contraception from a number of pharmacies in Enfield. We have listed these all in one place on the Youth Enfield website. Please note that you must call the pharmacy and check they are available to issue free emergency contraception before going there. The Enfield pharmacies offering free emergency contraception is listed on the Emergency Contraception page at www.enfield.gov.uk/youth/sexandrelationships
, More Enfield Young People s Project Success Enfield Young People’s Project (EYPP) is an Enfield Council programme that helps teenagers aged 13-14 build up the skills they need to resist peer pressure, make the right decisions for themselves and avoid risky situations and behaviour. A recent awards ceremony was held at The Council’s Civic Centre to celebrate their success and achievements over the 13 week programme. The confidence many said they developed from being on the programme clearly shone as they collected their certificates from Councillor Ayfer Orhan (Enfield Council’s Cabinet Member for Education, Children’s Services and Protection) and talked about their experiences in front of fellow students, EYPP facilitators, teachers and parents too.
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Councillor Ayfer Orhan celebrates the achievements of the young people and their facilitators on the Enfield Young People’s Project
EYPP takes place in schools around Enfield with participants joining as a result of school referrals. There are opportunities for anyone aged 18 or over to volunteer and support the programme too. Find out more at www.enfield.gov.uk/youth/EYPP
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Preventing child sexual exploitation in Enfield Child sexual exploitation, or CSE for short, is when you are being manipulated into having sex usually in return for something. You may receive items like, money, gifts, drugs, alcohol, or something emotional such as affection or a feeling of ‘being somebody’. The person (or group) doing this wants to gain power over you. Their behaviour can become threatening, intimidating or violent which makes it difficult to escape from the situation. The person (or group) may groom you – by gaining trust, or an emotional connection with you – to increase the likelihood of doing what they want you to do.
Signs of child sexual exploitation: It can be difficult to recognise if you, or someone you know, is being exploited in this way. This may be because you see the exploiter as your boyfriend/girlfriend or someone who will look after or protect you. Some situations may be putting you at greater risk to being exploited such as going missing from home, care or school, using drugs or alcohol and encouragement to take risks, including sexual risks. You should try to avoid getting into these situations.
“If you tell anyone what’s happening I’ll hurt you and your family, so keep your mouth shut”
Getting help Call the police using 999 if you or a friend is in immediate danger. You can also contact the police using 101 to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response. You could also approach an adult you can trust or an organisation that specialises in advice and support to young people such as Childline 0800 1111 or the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) 0808 800 5000.
“They said they really liked me and gave me nice things. They took me to cool parties. Although I never thought they would make me do those things even after saying no”
Otherwise young people (aged 11-17) in Enfield can be referred to Enfield Council’s Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention (CSEP) team. CSEP aims to raise awareness and prevent children and young people either experiencing, or at risk of, sexual exploitation. Referrals to CSEP can be made by an adult professional such as a teacher, social worker or case worker.
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Together, we can tackle child abuse The Government has launched a nation-wide campaign to encourage members of the public to report child abuse and neglect.
The teacher who was worried
It’s about telling people they can and should do their bit to tackle child abuse. By making their concerns known it means help can be given more quickly to children who need it.
The coach who noticed at practice
The family member who was concerned
The neighbour who felt uneasy
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If you suspect child abuse, visit gov.uk/reportchildabuse to get the number for your local authority
The Department for Education reported that more than 400,000 children in England were supported in 2014/15 because someone noticed they needed help. If someone is worried about a child, suspect child abuse or neglect or want to know how to report their concerns they are requested to visit gov.uk/reportchildabuse From this site they can find the right telephone number to call based on their postcode. By typing in any Enfield postcode this directs individuals to the Enfield Safeguarding Children Board website: www.enfield.gov.uk/enfieldlscb. There they can find out the telephone numbers for the children’s social care team to call for further assistance.
The key messages for the campaign are: • Together, we can tackle child abuse
• A third of people who suspect child abuse, do nothing. Possibly because they’re worried about being wrong
• We all have a role to play in protecting children and young people from child abuse and neglect
• You don’t have to be absolutely certain about your suspicions; if you have a feeling that something’s not right, talk to Enfield’s children’s social care team
• All children have a right to be safe and should be protected from all forms of abuse and neglect
• Information is usually gathered from many sources, and your report would form one part of a bigger picture
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Support for young people experiencing difficulties at home Enfield Council’s Family and Adolescent Support Hub (FASH) supports young people aged • 13 to 17 and their families to remain living together • 16 to 17 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness We offer a range of support packages. Please contact us for more information.
FASH, 9 Centre Way, Claverings Industrial Estate, Edmonton, N9 0AP 020 8379 2300 FASH@enfield.gov.uk
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Cycle Enfield believes that by encouraging and assisting more of us to use bicycles, rather than cars, for more of our local journeys, we can help make Enfield an even better place for everyone. Change won’t happen overnight, but there are some great opportunities available to everyone. Some Cycle Enfield activities you could get involved in are: Cycle Training – Improve your cycling skills with cycle training. If you did Level 1 and Level 2 in primary school then why not complete your Level 3 advanced training to be smart when using your bike on the road. Cycle Maintenance Classes – Learn how to keep your bike in good working order, fix a puncture, adjust your brakes and keep your gears running smoothly. The basic cycle maintenance classes cost just £18 (usual price £45.)
Discover details about all of the cycling activities, including those mentioned above, on the Cycle Enfield website www.cycleenfield.co.uk
Why should I cycle?
Cycling is great way to get fit and healthy and it is fun. It means that you don’t have to make time for the gym and it is free! You can continue it into your adulthood and perhaps cycle to work which is a handy way of getting all your exercise needs. More young people cycling will lead to a healthier, happier and less polluted borough. The more of us that use bicycles, rather than cars for more of our local journeys, can help make Enfield a safer place to cycle and an even better place to live.
You can also watch films about cycling on the Cycle Enfield website and chat to the Cycle Enfield team on Twitter and Facebook. They would love to hear your views about cycling in Enfield. CycleEnfield,
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Go do Judo with Enfield Judo Club Judo is a Japanese martial art of self-defence. It was created over 100 years ago and is an Olympic sport. It can help you be quick, strong and flexible and improve your coordination, balance and self-confidence. Enfield Judo Club provides children and young people the chance to experience Judo. Their beginner sessions take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6pm to 7pm, at Southgate College Learning and Disability Centre London, N14 6BS. The Club has linked up with the Fighting Chance project who delivers the Yellow Belt Challenge. This supports young people aged 11-25 years to try Judo in a local community club. The challenge is to work from beginner white belt, progress to red belt and then achieve the yellow belt and hopefully in the first year of participation. In return, Fighting Chance provides support to get a Judo suit, Judo Licence and the grading required to achieve their first belt. They say most participants take to the experience and go on much further and stay with their newly made friends at the Club.
For Enfield Judo Club enquiries contact: George Hyslop Mob: 07799 770919 Email: enfieldjudoclub@ntlworld.com www.enfieldjudoclub.co.uk
To sign up to The Yellow Belt Challenge visit www.yellowbeltchallenge.co.uk or contact Karen French on 07738 710997 info@fighingchanceproject.co.uk
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Volunteer with young people in Enfield • • • •
support learning and achievement from the accredited activities in our youth centres supervise reparation activities and make decisions about rehabilitation programmes facilitate learning to resist peer pressure, avoid risky situations and make safe choices be mentors for looked after children and support them to achieve more
As well doing something rewarding you can gain valuable experience and skills that could help you in your future career.
Register your interest, learn about our upcoming open days and apply at www.enfield.gov.uk/youth/volunteering
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