Advocacy Programme
YOUTH AND FAMILIES ADVOCACY (YAFA)
YAFA is Blank Canvas’ response as we journey alongside young people and respond to the barriers which prevent them from flourishing.
The YAFA programme is available for any young person in Redcar, and seeks to work with the families of the young person and the young people themselves, to identify areas of bespoke support, that will seek to equip young people and their families with the skills to succeed.
From 1:1 mentoring and coaching, to educational intervention, creating support plans with clear goals and hopes or working with parents and carers in their support of a young person.
MEET CAROL - Youth and Families Advocacy (YAFA)
Carol began volunteering with Blank Canvas in 2023 at Workspace. She has a background in teaching and is part of the team at St Hilda’s Church, Redcar.
Carol is employed in her role as Community Minister to give dedicate time to supporting young people and their families through YAFA. You can find Carol at Workspace on Monday’s where she cooks a yummy meal or on a Thursday evening at Youth Club in the DMC (Deep and Meaning Conversation) room.
Whether you are a parent / carer, young person or professional, you can use the form below to contact Carol and the team to explore how YAFA can help.
