North West Standing Together in Solidarity Session

Part of the Youth Focus North West Network Day

About our Network Day

Join us for our Youth Focus North West (YFNW) Network Day, a quarterly gathering bringing all of our established networks together under one roof for one day.

Each network will meet in the same venue but run as separate, dedicated sessions at different times. Attendees are invited to book onto the network(s) most relevant to their role, interests, or area of practice, with the option to stay and connect with colleagues from across the region before or after their session. With multiple networks running throughout the day, you are welcome to book onto as many as are relevant to your role.

This format is designed to strengthen relationships, reduce duplication, and make it easier for colleagues to engage with multiple networks in one place. By hosting every network on the same day, we’re creating a more accessible, efficient, and energising way for partners to stay connected and informed.

YFNW Network Day is open to colleagues already involved in our existing networks, as well as those who may wish to join for the first time.

Please feel free to book onto any of the other Networks taking place using the following link:

• Voluntary Community Faith & Social Enterprise Network
• Voice & Influence Network
• Detached Network
• Cared 4 Network
• Lundy Model Community of Practice

About the North West Standing Together in Solidarity Session

Building on the momentum of the National Standing Together in Solidarity sessions (hosted by the National Youth Agency, UK Youth and Regional Youth Work Units), this North West gathering will bring together youth workers, youth organisations, local authorities, voluntary and community sector partners from across the region.

At a time where we are experiencing increasing levels of divisiveness across our communities; this session provides an opportunity to connect, reflect, and collaborate on the challenges facing young people, colleagues; the youth sector and allied services. Together, we will explore how we can strengthen partnerships, amplify young people's voices, share good practice, and advocate for the vital role of youth work across the North West.

Through discussion, networking, and collective action planning, participants will contribute to a shared vision for supporting young people and building a stronger, more connected youth sector across the region.

Join us as we stand together in solidarity with young people and each other.

What this session focuses on:

• A safe space to share your experiences and to support one another
• Sharing and signposting local/regional resources
• Amplifying anti-oppressive practice

Who is this session for?

Youth workers, youth organisations, local authorities, voluntary and community sector partners, and young people from across the region

Event details

Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Time: 10.00-11.30

Venue: The Vault Youth Zone, Tithebarn Street, Preston, PR1 1DJ

Venue Details: Click Here

Parking: Please note there is no onsite parking at this venue (nearest car park Preston Bus Station)

Nearest Train Station: Preston Train Station (15minute walk)

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