Building Trust from Day One

Описание: Parents tell us they value youth work — and want their children to benefit from it. But for many migrant parents, youth clubs are completely unfamiliar. They never had access to youth provision growing up.

In this video, hear how youth workers can build trust with parents, including those facing language barriers, and help families feel confident in youth work. Learn how parents can become powerful advocates — encouraging other families in their communities to support their children to access these opportunities.

For some parents, safety fears and the unknown can be overwhelming. But when parents feel welcomed, respected, and included in their child’s journey, their confidence grows — and young people are better supported to thrive.

Watch to learn what truly makes the difference.

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Why Family Engagement in Youth Work Matters

Youth work provides essential opportunities for young people to:

✅ Develop life skills and build confidence
✅ Create safe spaces for play and social connection
✅ Shape their communities
✅ Access enriching activities they might not otherwise afford

Especially crucial for:

Young people from migrant families
Children with fewer opportunities
Communities with limited extracurricular options

WONDER Foundation's Groundbreaking Research

Our two-year research study revealed critical insights about youth work and family engagement:

📊 Key Findings:

84% of youth workers engage with families of young people in their programs
This vital family work is unmeasured, invisible, and unfunded
Youth workers receive no formal training for family engagement
Migrant parents value youth work but often don't understand how to engage

Young people report that youth worker support for family relationships is powerful

The Gap We're Addressing

Youth workers are passionate about helping young people flourish, delivering projects informed by lived experiences and aspirations. However, they often lack:

Resources for effective family engagement
Strategic approaches to work with migrant families
Training and support for family-centred work
Recognition and funding for this essential aspect of youth work

Supporting Migrant Families Through Youth Work

Migrant parents face unique challenges:

Youth work concepts may be completely unfamiliar
Cultural differences in understanding youth programs
Uncertainty about how to best support their children's participation
Need for guidance on navigating UK youth services

Get Involved: Supporting Young People from Migrant Families

Are you a youth worker, organization, or community group working with migrant communities?

Partner with WONDER Foundation to ensure every young person from a migrant family maximizes the benefits of youth work.

📧 Contact us: [email protected]

Thank you to our funder, Sir Halley Stewart

These videos have been made by the WONDER Foundation, and funded by the Sir Halley Stewart Trust. The views expressed within this report are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the Trust.

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