March 22, 2026 - 261 views
Youth workers from across North Wales have been at the heart of a major national event focused on improving outcomes for young people and preventing violence.
The Conwy Youth, Engagement and Belonging Team played a key role in hosting the Youth Endowment Fund Conference and Workshop at Conwy Business Centre, bringing together professionals from across Wales for a day of collaboration, learning and shared ambition.
Organised in partnership with the Youth Endowment Fund, the event focused on tackling youth violence through evidence-based approaches and early intervention. Established in 2019, the fund supports projects and research aimed at preventing children and young people from becoming involved in violence.
Attendees were given valuable insight into the organisation’s Violence Prevention Toolkit, which highlights what works in reducing youth crime, alongside practical sessions exploring how those approaches can be applied in communities across Wales.
Experts including Caleb Jackson and Dr Laura Knight led interactive workshops, helping youth professionals better understand how to turn research into real-world action.
The afternoon session, led by Sangeet Bhullar of Wise Kids, focused on the growing challenge of online extremism. Participants worked together to develop ideas for new resources aimed at supporting young people and raising awareness in an increasingly digital world.
Events like this highlight the vital role youth workers play across North Wales, where early support, positive engagement and safe spaces can make a lasting difference to young people’s lives.
By sharing knowledge and strengthening partnerships, the conference reinforced a collective commitment to creating safer communities and better opportunities for the next generation.
Organisers described the day as a “fantastic success”, bringing together expertise and passion from across Wales — all working towards a shared vision of a future where no child experiences violence.
