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Record attendance at annual event as children champion change in school wellbeing

Children and young people are taking the lead in shaping healthier, more inclusive school communities, as this year’s e-wellbeing Mental Health Champions Celebration welcomed […]
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What young people say needs to change online

Young people across Sussex are calling for greater support, better digital literacy and safer online spaces, according to insight gathered through a series of youth engagement […]
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Creating spaces for reflection, belonging and hope – meet Mike Jones, our new Brighton and Hove Chaplain

Chaplaincy at YMCA DownsLink Group is about presence rather than answers and making young people feel safe, heard and accepted – often for the first time.    Chaplaincy is a real opportunity to […]
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Brighton Youth Advice Centre moving to Jubilee Library to reach more young people

We’re pleased to share some good news – the Youth Advice Centre (YAC) Brighton is moving to a new, more accessible space in the […]
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Join our Executive Team to shape our next chapter

At YMCA DownsLink Group, we are entering an important new chapter and we are looking for two exceptional leaders to help shape what comes next.  Executive Team We […]
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Marking Eid al‑Adha: reflection, generosity and creating connection 

 As part of our commitment to creating a community where everyone feels respected and included, we’re marking Eid al‑Adha, one of the most significant festivals in Islam.  Our […]
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YMCA DownsLink Group launches new strategy for 2026–31

New strategy: supporting more young people over the next five years.   We have launched our new organisational strategy for 2026-2031, setting out a […]

From chance encounter to community support: how one local partnership is building lasting impact for residents in Eastbourne

Supported Housing Support Worker Mark Cranley is always looking to improve life for the young people living in our Eastbourne supported housing service. By […]

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