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Blew the Emotional Support Dog
By Georgia King. Blew is a grey French Bulldog who is owned by the manager of housing at Sir James Knott House, she often brings her in when she is on shift. Blew will normally sit in the office and greet all the visitors of the building and she is often welcomed with...
Hayden’s Journey to Independence
Hayden’s journey is a testament to the power of believing and the transformative impact of YMCA North Tyneside.
Youth Matters Awards 2023
YMCA North Tyneside had the privilege of attending the 14th Annual YMCA Youth Matters Awards and what a night it was.
A Summer of Fun
Over the Summer holidays our community team have been hard at work delivering a range of summer activities for young people. Find out more about what we got up to!
Labour Party Conference 2023
YMCA Youth Ambassador, Charlie Mood, gives her account of a trip to the Labour Party Conference.
Taking Initiative in Housing’s Communal Kitchen
One of our young residents recently took a proactive step towards improving the shared living space.
The Importance of Community Meals
It’s been 7 months since the launch of our Community Meals, and we are more aware than ever of how important they are to the people in our local community.
A Forestry Legacy For Years To Come
Through the selfless donation of time by our Patterdale volunteers, our forests are set to thrive for many generations of holiday makers to enjoy.
A Safe Home for Unaccompanied Asylum Seekers
Despite the difficulties many of the asylum seekers have faced in their short lives, the young people that have joined us in North Tyneside have found a safe place and a warm welcome from our teams.
Kielder Challengers Triumph
Cat, our Fundraising Coordinator, gives her mile by mile account of the brilliant Kielder Challenger.
Leaders for Life with YMCA
Our leaders for life programme delivered across the course of 14 weeks, worked with a number of young people furthest away from the job market.
YMCA National Conference 2023
Charlie, our HR Assistant, gives her account of this years YMCA National Conference.
Overcoming Adversity: Supporting Cancer Recovery Through Fitness
Supporting our gym members to thrive through life’s unexpected challenges
Ric Renton Visits Our Youth Group
Local playwright visits our Willington Quay Youth Group and inspires the next generation!
Leaders for Life – We’re Halfway There
From learning all about teamwork and leadership to theatre trips, an evening out in an unfamiliar place and a residential trip, the leaders for life programme is helping to develop our next generation of powerful leaders!
Picnic In The Park 2023
Last Saturday we held our very first ‘Picnic in the Park’ and what a day it was! Nearly 4,000 North Tyneside locals passed through the newly refurbished Northumberland Square on the day and joined in our festivities.