It’s the most wonderful time of the year… The Christmas Experience in Leeds just got bigger and better! At this time of year our city sparkles as the streets come to life with Christmas Markets, cosy tipis, spectacular shows, twinkling lights, ice-skating, hot chocolates and traditional fairground rides. Nutcracker Trail Can you locate all the…
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Are you an aspiring artist, musician, tv producer, designer, or looking to explore your creative side? Then this festival is for you. Come and grab this chance to learn from some of the best creatives and cultural organisations in Leeds. We have a wide range of exhibitors attending including employers and training providers, colleges and…
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Baby Week Leeds is back to celebrate their 8th year and we’re excited to announce, it has welcomed some new cousins! Baby Week is a registered charity and aims to bring sectors and services together to promote the best start in life. By celebrating services and raising awareness about the importance of early childhood, Baby…
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“The Leeds Young Research Owls are a remarkable group of young people making a significant contribution to the world of healthcare research right here in Leeds.”
Spotlight on our ambassadors – Thackray Museum. A family friendly museum with imaginative and exciting galleries, from the history of healthcare to the advances that have shaped today. Now with a soft play!
On 26th September, the venue will be packed with digital organisations showcasing the jobs and career opportunities available in Leeds and across West Yorkshire. Over 50 organisations are expected to attend, including xDesign ,Leeds City College, Cognizant, British Library and BAE Systems – all sponsors of this year’s event! The event will take place during…
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The Ultimate Guide to Summer in the city with Child Friendly Leeds. From free to low cost events and activities, there is so much to do!
The Voice, Influence and Change Team met with Leeds Young Carers Engaged, Active, Participating (LEAP), a group of young carers supported by Lucy Tomlin-Scargill, Community Engagement Practitioner at Leeds Young Carers Support Service.
“The In Our Shoes report, which was Victoria Eaton’s first annual report as Director of Public Health for Leeds, has been commended by the Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH). The Chief Executive of the ADPH said: “This report gives a powerful snapshot of the inequity of outcomes for children and young people in the city.”
Leeds wishes for all children and young people to be able to express their views, feel heard and be involved in decisions that affect their lives (Child Friendly Leeds wish number three). One of the ways in which young people can share their ideas and influence change within their community is through their school. The…
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“Embark on a culinary journey with the Food Means Home project – discover the vibrant flavours and diverse cultures of young people from around the world who call Leeds home, as they share their treasured family recipes in a colourful cookbook available free to download.”
As you know Child Friendly Leeds has been working hard to make sure that Leeds is an inclusive city for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Last year, over 80,000 children and young people gave their feedback through consultation to refresh the Child Friendly Leeds wishes. One of the wishes…
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