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People’s Partnership volunteers help transform Crawley supported housing garden

We were delighted to welcome volunteers from non-profit pension provider People’s Partnership who joined us at our Crawley supported housing to help rejuvenate an […]
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We won a gold award at Elysian Awards!

We are proud to announce that YMCA DownsLink Group was recognised at the Elysian Awards 2026, winning Gold in the Making a Difference Together […]
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Brighton and Hove chosen as early adopter for new Young Futures Hub programme

Brighton and Hove has been selected as one of just eight local authorities across England to pilot the government’s new Young Futures Hub programme, […]
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Resident meetings and groups: expanding youth voice across our service

 “Seeing young people lead conversations empowers others to speak up too.”   Maria, Youth Ambassador  Young people living in our supported housing in Horsham are […]
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Transgender Day of Visibility: our commitment to safe space for young people

Today, on Transgender Day of Visibility, we are reaffirming our commitment to creating spaces where trans and nonbinary young people feel respected, supported and able to thrive. This day […]
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Youth voice in action: from ‘six weeks of fun’ to resident meetings

Young people know what makes a house feel like home. That’s why our supported housing teams are further strengthening youth voice – so residents […]

Youth Advice Centre Brighton helps BHASVIC students build private renting skills

With high rents and a challenging local housing market, taking the first steps into independent living can be daunting for young people. Last week, […]
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Online misogyny and what it means for young people today

On World Day Against Child Sexual Exploitation, we explore how online misogyny is shaping young people’s lives.    The online content young people see […]

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