SCVYS

08/06/2026

MPFT are in the process of consulting on their Draft Food and Drink Strategy 2026-31. They would very much welcome your feedback and engagement as a key partner on this on this.

Please can you review the draft strategy via this link and use the feedback survey on that page to share your views. The survey closes on Friday 26th June 2026.

Huge thanks in advance of your support with this and helping us to shape the future of food and drink across MPFT.

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking feedback from staff, patients, service users and families regarding the Trust's new Food & Drink Strategy.

04/06/2026

This Volunteers Week SCVYS want to say a huge thank you to all of the volunteers that dedicate their time to supporting our member groups. Last year we reported that within our membership there were 9139 active volunteers donating their time on a regular basis, and a further 1002 volunteers under 18 years old also donating their time on a regular basis.

Thank you for all that you do!

01/06/2026

An exciting announcement! SCVYS, along with our wider partners, is excited to host a dedicated thematic week to celebrate Co-Production Week from 29th June to 3rd July.

Co-production is all about working together as equal partners to design and deliver better services. Throughout the week, we will be sharing valuable insights and tools and hosting important discussions to help you embed this powerful approach into your own work.

Here is what you can look forward to:
• Top Tip Videos: Daily videos detailing practical tips for authentic co-production and exploring its positive impacts.
• Workplace Resources: Ready-to-use tools and guides to support your team's co-production journey.
• Lunch & Learn Session: An online workshop focusing entirely on the importance of reciprocity, discussing how to properly reward and recognise the effort and involvement of your partners. **This will be hosted on Wednesday 1st July via Teams between 1.30 and 2.30pm**

Prior to the week and each day, you can access our complete toolkit, links and daily resources on our dedicated Padlet:

https://padlet.com/office2281/co-production-in-stoke-on-trent-staffordshire-svf5ha9bhqwgn3se

All daily video releases will be uploaded directly to our YouTube playlist:

https://www.youtube.com//videos

To register your interest or secure your spot on the Lunch & Learn session, please email [email protected]

18/05/2026

🌍✨ YOUR AREA. YOUR VOICE. YOUR MAP. ✨🌍
Youth Connect is all about bringing local organisations, services, and young people together in one space — to listen, share, and build something better for our community.
Whether you’re a young person with ideas, a parent, or part of a local group, this is your chance to:

🤝 Connect with organisations working across Lichfield
💬 Share what’s working — and what’s missing
🧭 Help shape future opportunities, support, and activities
🌱 Be part of a stronger, more joined-up community

📍 Lichfield Market Place
📅 Thursday 28th May
⏰ 10AM – 2PM

Pop down, have a chat, and see what support, activities, and opportunities are out there — all in one place.

Let’s bring ideas together and make a real difference. 💚
Lichfield District Community Safety Partnership
Lichfield District Council
Lichfield Family Hub
Liberty Jamboree
Nurture Community CIC
Gemma At Bromford
Rhiannon Scvys
Awake Awareness
Fun Club Hub CIO Charity
Marisha Place
Elaine Hutchings
LocalSupport GetInvolved

13/05/2026

📱Social media.
🤖AI chatbots.
📈Algorithms.

Have your say, the UK Government wants to hear your side of being online💬

From socials and gaming to AI and new tech; this UK‑wide consultation is all about real experiences from young people.

Your voice could help shape a safer, better online world

👉 Share your story: https://www.iwill.org.uk/growing-up-in-the-online-world-consultation/

Deadline: 26th May 2026

06/05/2026

Are you a youth organisation, charity, or community group that’s passionate about youth voice and social change?

You can become a Know Your Place Innovator Organisation and play a key role in driving youth-led research and action across Staffordshire. You’ll receive funding to lead a creative consultation with young people aged 11-19 (up to 25 with additional needs) in your district, community, or area of interest.

You’ll receive full support to plan and deliver this process and use the insights gathered and to co-design, a Change Your Place Project, a youth-led social action project.

To get involved or find out more, go to our website and download our information pack or attend one of our information sessions below by emailing: [email protected]

• Fri 8 May – 10am
• Mon 11 May – 2pm
• Fri 16 May – 9am

Let’s make Staffordshire a place where young voices lead the way!

https://staffscvys.org.uk/knowyourplace/

SCVYS University of Staffordshire Staffordshire County Council UK Research and Innovation

30/04/2026

🥳The results are in...

We're really pleased to announce that Grace from Stafford has successfully become an Elected Board Member of the newly established Youth Council UK. She'll be joining 18 other young members from across the UK, Crown Dependencies & Overseas Territories as part of the Executive Board. Congratulations! 👏

SCVYS joined as a Founder Member a few months ago and things have moved fast! This was a highly competitive process and Grace worked really hard to get here. She'll enjoy a two year term and will be working to connect with members, communities and young people to shape policy and decision making locally, nationally and internationally.

A great result for Staffordshire young people - we're confident Grace will be an amazing representative! ✨

29/04/2026

On Sunday Cannock Chase Council held a special event to commemorate 55 years of town twinning with Datteln in Germany. Some past participants of the Summer War Graves Camp are pictured here (Jess, Max, Oli) enjoying the event, with the photo taken by our Youth Engagement Coordinator and camp organiser Sean. A huge thank you to all young people who have taken part in the camp over the years, both from Germany and Staffordshire, for keeping the spirit of peace, cooperation and unity so strong since the first camp in 1962 - and of course a massive thank you to Cannock Chase Council for the invitation and lovely evening.
- Sean

Applications for this year's camp (taking place 27th July - 7th August 2026) are open until Friday 22nd May. Participants must be aged 16-18
Open to young people from any Staffordshire district/borough
Apply online at: https://www.staffscvys.org.uk/summer-war-graves-camp/

29/04/2026

🌲🌳Summer War Graves ⛺ Youth Camps on Cannock Chase🌳🌲
Apply online for Summer 2026 now: https://www.staffscvys.org.uk/summer-war-graves-camp/

Here's an old segment from BBC Midlands Today featuring interviews with young participants from Germany & Staffordshire and local veterans - they give a great explanation of the importance and significance of this international youth exchange.

28/04/2026

Friends 2 Friends history group has been exploring the rich past of Lichfield, while their art group has created pieces inspired by notable men and women from the city’s history. In addition, our craft group has produced 3D models of historic buildings, and their photography group will be showcasing a collection of photographs.

Alongside viewing the fantastic work created by their members, there will be refreshments available, a raffle, a fun history quiz, and more activities to enjoy.

This is a free event.

Friends 2 Friends Lichfield