Central YMCA – A World of Good

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Central YMCA – A World of Good 20 The Challenge of Being Young in Modern Britain 2016 Summary What’s clear from the findings of this report is the interrelationship between the major challenges facing our young people. As one troubled young person from Shakespeare said, “When sorrows come, they come not single spies, but in battalions.” As a consequence, our priority should be to help people in the round not in isolation. To address these complex challenges, the agencies supporting young people need to work in partnership and be open to all parts of society. The challenges we face as a society are not restricted to rich or poor and cannot be met without helping people develop in all areas. You cannot achieve good physical health without strong mental health and you cannot be a productive member of society if you cannot first help yourself. At Central YMCA, our commitment is to work with all people and all partners including governments, the public and private sectors to bring lasting benefits, helping individuals and organisations to grow through our training, education and inclusion. ymca.co.uk ESTABLISHED 1844 Registered Charity No 213121
Central YMCA – A World of Good The Challenge of Being Young in Modern Britain 2016 21 Responses Peter Fitzboydon, CEO, London Sport: “The findings from Central YMCA’s survey, particularly around young people’s concerns regarding body image, are hugely enlightening. It is vitally important that businesses, social enterprises and adults that come into contact with young people are aware of the issues that occupy them on a daily basis. “Physical Activity and Sport are hugely powerful interventions in helping people to become fitter, healthier and happier individuals, and their potential impact for young people in addressing concerns around body confidence is vast. At its best, physical activity can have a profound impact on the wellbeing of a young person, but it is incredibly important that those delivering physical activity and sport in youth settings are aware of what is at the forefront of young people’s minds in order to ensure concerns are considered and confidence built. “It may be a cliché to say so, but young people truly are the future of the Nation. Understanding their motivations, and their worries, is an important part of giving them the best opportunities throughout their lives; as this survey demonstrates, physical activity and sport have a vital role to play in making this happen.” Tara Dillon, CEO, Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity: “CIMSPA welcomes this latest Central YMCA research, which offers us a perceptive insight into the biggest issues on the minds of Britain's young people, and it's clear that getting into employment is a real concern for many. “The world of sport, fitness and physical activity is well-known for offering achievable, entry-level employment opportunities for young people, whether coming from school, college or outside education, particularly through apprenticeships. And, we're hard at work on ensuring those who do come to work in our sector can quickly build a rewarding career. “CIMSPA is looking forward to working closely with Central YMCA to address the issues that the "A World of Good" research raises.” Registered Charity No 213121 ymca.co.uk ESTABLISHED 1844
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