Pendle YES Hub, a Youth Employment and Support service for young people based in Nelson, recently showcased their services to the High Sheriff of Lancashire and the Mayor of Pendle.
The visit offered a first-hand look at the provision which the Hub and its partners provide to young people aged 16-24 who are not in education, employment or training. During their visit, the High Sheriff and Mayor were able to learn more about the YES Hub’s bike hire library, a free service which enables individuals aged 18 or over to borrow a bike for up to one month, regardless of whether or not they currently access the YES Hub’s services.
The pair were also able to connect with participants of the YES Hub to learn more about the provision which it offers, including a series of free, weekly activities designed to boost young peoples’ wellbeing including a weekly gym and swim session thanks to Pendle Wavelengths. The YES Hub also offers one-to-one provision including mental health support and jobseeking advice, and can also provide young people with access to free training and support opportunities.
High Sheriff of Lancashire, Jim Carter DL, who has been much involved with the Youth Zone movement in Lancashire a charity supporting young people, was impressed by the YES Hub’s offering and is keen to support them during his year in office: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my two visits to Pendle Yes Hub. As a great supporter of helping young people realise their potential, I am really impressed with the support that is being given by the group of dedicated staff and volunteers.”
Also present during the visit was Tesco Burnley Community Champion, Muhkatar, who shared how he has been working with the YES Hub over the last twelve months to provide essential hygiene and food donations for participants who are at-risk of homelessness. More recently, Muhkatar supported the YES Hub in accessing Tesco’s Stronger Starts scheme, which resulted in a £1000 donation to the youth support hub.
With this donation, the YES Hub is set to take a group of young people – many of whom have never left Nelson before – on an educational visit to York this Christmastime, where they will visit key historical sites including the Jorvick Viking Centre.
To help young people enjoy their trip even further, Muhkatar kindly donated electrical items for the YES Hub to raffle off, the proceeds from which will be gifted to young people to spend at one of York’s many shops, including the festive markets. To enter the raffle, please click here.
The YES Hub works alongside various local stakeholders and partners to deliver its provision, including Positive Action in the Community and the Department for Work and Pensions. The YES Hub is ran by Active Lancashire on behalf of Pendle Borough Council, and receives funding through the Nelson Town Deal, and is open 10AM – 4PM Monday to Friday.
For more information about Pendle YES Hub or to access its services, please email office@activelancashire.org.uk or call 07465 759911
