Youth Voice - Speak up for change

On this episode the team are joined by members from BCU to chat about the barriers that students experiencing homelessness face. They look at the barriers in accessing higher education and the practical steps institutions that can be taken to break them down.

In this episode we take a look back at the past 25 episodes of our podcast as well as talking to our young people about the benefits of speaking up for change. We also celebrate with creative performances and a few words from some people behind the microphone. Listen to our young people's song choices: LINK HERE 00:00 - Intro 01:04 - A performance by Bradley 02:55 - Discussion around the impor...

In this episode we discuss the harsh realities of beinghomeless and the many stereotypes and stigmas that come with it. Young people involved:  Joseph, Corey, Kie and Zainab 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Main Discussion 46:52 - A special festive message 48:13 - Our regular messages to our listeners 48:48 - Outro

In this episode we talk with our young people about thedifficult time that is the winter season as well as the long term effects loneliness and isolation can have on vulnerable young people.   00:00 - Intro 00:32 - Main Discussion 40:30 - Message to our listeners 41:10 - Outro

In this episode we talk with our young people about how they manage their finances as well as discussing some of the hidden challenges for a young person who is homeless when it comes to balancing the books.   00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Main Discussion 41:40 - Messages to our listeners 42:17 - Outro

In this episode we talk with young people who have had theireducation disrupted by homelessness and ask them for their thoughts on how to improve a system that often sees the most vulnerable falling through thecracks. | 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - Discussion with Charli and Marshall about becoming homeless while in education 28:12 - Discussion with Sophia about re-entering education after becoming homel...

The team discuss the importance of youth standard 11, which is to offer real opportunities for young people to be heard at all levels and represented on St Basils Board.

On this podcast the team talk youth standard 9 with St Basils' employability team.

On our latest episode the team speak with St Basils staff members Anita, Joanna and Denise from our lead worker service. They talk through youth standard 8 and how important this one is.

On this episode, the team talk about youth standard seven which says that " All staff to have a strong understanding of mental health and wellbeing, to help build emotional support and resilience."

On this episode the team talk about youth standard six, which is "Be friendly, approachable and fun but keep boundaries clear and consistent". This is so vital when supporting young people who have or are experiencing homelessness.

In the latest podcast from the youth voice team, they talk about youth standard five. This is to "Offer choice for support timings and format. Work in partnership. Listen and adapt."

In the latest episode the team talk about neurodiversity.

Our latest podcast from the team discusses youth standard four, which is to "Embrace digital engagement and connectivity, ensuring equal opportunities and inclusivity for all." Why is this important to young people? Listen now to find out.

In this special episode the team talk about the significance of house reps and the importance of them in representing the views of other residents at St Basils.

The team discuss youth standard three, which is to ensure environments are calm, safe, welcoming, and homely through-out. They talk about why this is so important to young people who have experienced homelessness.

This episode is all about youth standard 2, which is "Be caring and build trusting relationships: Keep young people’s best interests at heart and be honest and genuine" The team discuss why this is important and how it impacts young people.

The members talk about our youth standards, the things that we live by and give their thoughts on how things are going. Learn more about them at St Basils young people create 12 youth standards to ‘build back better’ post COVID

The group reflect on 2023 and take a look back on what was achieved.

The team reflect on 2023 and look forward to the new year

In this episode young people reflect on their recent trip to Coniston and the significance trips like this have on mental health. We also hear about the SPRINT project from Dr Grace Tidmarsh, ESRC Postdoctoral Research Fellow Sport Psychology and Mental Health at the University of Birmingham.

In our latest podcast we speak with the chief executive of St Basils Jean Templeton. Jean has been involved in the sector for a number of years and is a respected voice on the challenges around homelessness. We get her thoughts on the issues and her hopes for young people.

In our latest episode from Youth Voice, the team talk about floating support. Learn more about what it is and how it benefits those young people who are part of it.

In this latest podcast, members of youth voice talk about mental health and wellbeing.

In this episode, members of youth voice give their thoughts on pride and what it means to them.