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Youth Action works with all young people from all communities aged 5 to 25

26/10/2026

Taking part in creative arts activities can boost young people’s cognitive abilities by up to 17%. 🎨

That’s why our Sunday youth club makes space for hands-on creativity, and this week it was all things festive! ❄️

Our young people made cotton-wool snowmen, pom-pom decorative trees, paper snowflakes, shiny snowballs using glitter, yarn and lots of imagination. The boys even squeezed in some competitive Fifa on the PS5! ⚽🎮

We all wrapped up the session with lots of energy and a big sense of pride in creating and decorating! 💙

Want your child to join the fun? We run two inclusive youth clubs every Sunday for young people aged 5–11, and it’s FREE to join!

📍 Bangor Community Centre, Blackburn BB1 6NZ
📍 Unity House 49-51 Preston New Road, Blackburn BB2 6AE

For more information. Call us on 01254 695847

12/10/2026

Who are we, and where do we belong? 💭

This week our Youth Ambassadors dug deep into 'identity' as part of our Youth Heritage Project, exploring how we see ourselves, how we’d like others to see us, and what we want the world to know about us. Our posters were full of honesty, creativity and plenty of personality!

We then zoomed out to our Community and worked together on a giant map of Blackburn to mark the places that matter most to us, from the cinema and the leisure centre to the coffee shop and, of course, Youth Action📍

After a few rounds of the Gibberish Challenge (Eye Scream Sun Day, anyone? 🍨), we wrapped up the day the only way we know how: with Just Dance! 💃

Every young person has a story worth telling, and we’re proud to help them tell it.🧡

09/10/2026

Not sure what your next step is? Start here. 👋

If you’re 16–24 and NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training), the Employability Hub is made for you. It’s a relaxed, friendly weekly drop-in where you can build your skills, get practical support, and talk one-to-one with people who are genuinely on your side, whatever stage you’re at. 🚀

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 10am – 12 noon
📍 Unity House, 49-51 Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6AE

At the Hub you can:

✅ Write or update a CV that actually stands out
✅ Get help with job applications
✅ Prepare for interviews and build your confidence
✅ Explore apprenticeships, training and job opportunities
✅ Get one-to-one advice and support

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been searching for a while without much luck, we’ll work with you to find the right path forward. No judgement, no pressure. Just real support to help you take your next step into work.

Come along every Wednesday and take that first step with us. Sign up now using the QR code on the poster. It only takes a few taps, and we can’t wait to welcome you. 🧡

For more information, get in touch with Kim at:
📞 01254 695847
📧 [email protected]

Your future starts with one step. Make it this Wednesday. ✨

06/10/2026

Chat, Chai & Support is a weekly get-together for South Asian Parents and Carers of children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). It's a relaxed, friendly space to share experiences, pick up practical advice, and connect with other Parents who truly understand, all over a warm cup of chai. ☕

Each week is a chance to meet other parents and carers, swap ideas and experiences, find useful information, resources and tips, and be part of a friendly, understanding community.

Come along every Monday and join us for a cuppa and a chat. It's completely free and there's no need to register. Just pop in each week, and we'd love to welcome you. 💛

📅 Every Monday
⏰ 10am – 12 noon
📍 Unity House, 49-51 Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6AE

For more information, get in touch with Naheeda at:
📞 01254 695847
📧 [email protected]

05/10/2026

What a night at the Theatre of Dreams! 🏟️

Our amazing Youth Ambassadors group headed to Old Trafford Stadium for the - Warrington Wolves vs Wakefield Trinity 🔥

From the sunny walk up to the stadium to the electric atmosphere in the stands, our ambassadors loved every minute. A live halftime show and cookies to finish made it a night to remember 🍪

This trip was our way of saying thank you for all your amazing hard work on our heritage project. You totally deserved it! 🧡

Here’s to many more memories together! 🚀

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25/09/2026

🎉 What an evening at Wensley Fold Youth Club this week!

Our Senior boys group brought the energy 🍪 kicking things off with some seriously creative biscuit decorating (some were almost too good to eat… almost 😋), then the fun didn't stop!

We got straight into table tennis, smart board games, football, and outdoor team games packed with laughs and great vibes. A huge thank you to everyone who came along and made it such a brilliant session.

Fancy joining in? Come down to Wensley Fold and see what it's all about. There's something for everyone! Get in touch today - we'd love to welcome them!

📞 01254 695847
📍 Wensley Fold Childrens Centre, Blackburn UK
👉 Don't miss out - join us every Tuesdays for hands on learning and activities!

22/09/2026

Our young people at Bangor Youth Club are officially wildlife heroes! 🐦💚

As part of our Autumn theme, they learned how birds survive Winter and built their own feeders using recycled cardboard, honey, and seeds. Proof that small hands can make a big difference. 🍂✨

👉 Want your child to join in on activities like this? Our Youth Club at Bangor Street runs every Sunday from 11am to 1pm. Open to Juniors (8-11) and Seniors (12-14). Trips, sports, and skills for life!

18/09/2026

Our team at Youth Action took part in Detached Work this week across Corporation Park, Wensley Fold and Bank Top.

Signposting young people to support services and having real conversations about the issues that matter most to them. Building trust, one conversation at a time. 💬✨

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

17/09/2026

We're back! 🎉 Youth Action is continuing our SEND Parent Training session, and we'd love for you to join us.

This free training is for BAME parents and families raising children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). It's a safe, welcoming space to better understand SEND, explore the support available to you, and connect with other parents who understand exactly what you're going through.

Delivered by Educational Psychologists and other professionals, each session helps build your knowledge and confidence - whether that's navigating schools and SEN services, understanding your child's needs, or simply having people around you who get it.

📅 Friday 9th October '26
🕚 11:15am – 1pm
📍 Unity House, 49-51 Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6AE

Totally free. Spaces are limited - Scan the QR code to sign up today and take the next step in understanding, support, and connection.

📞 Naheeda Taj - 01254 695847
✉️ [email protected]

17/09/2026

We're back! 🎉 Youth Action's SEND Practitioner Training session is continuing, and we're excited to welcome professionals.

This dedicated training is for professionals working with BAME children, young people, and families affected by SEND. Through real-life insights, practical strategies, and interactive discussion, you'll deepen your understanding, build confidence, and strengthen your inclusive, culturally responsive practice.

It's a great chance to expand your professional toolkit, share expertise with peers, and make a lasting difference for the families you support - plus, it counts as CPD!

📅 Friday 9th October '26
🕘 9:15am – 11am
📍 Unity House, 49-51 Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6AE

Totally free. Spaces are limited - Scan the QR code to book your place today and take the next step in delivering inclusive, impactful support.

📞 Naheeda Taj - 01254 695847
✉️ [email protected]

Address

Youth Action, Unity House, 49-51 Preston New Road
Blackburn
BB26AE

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441254695847

Website

http://www.youthaction.org.uk/

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