Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://www.youthbox.info/News/News.aspx?SyndicationType=2 2013-05-21T23:37:42Z Jemma Matthews

Childnet is inviting all schools and youth organisations in the UK to enter their challenge.

2013-05-15T14:27:00Z 2013-05-15T14:27:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Childnet-Film-Competition-2013.aspx Jemma Matthews

Like our facebook page to get special offers, up to date news about Youth Activities in the Staffordshire Moorlands and find out what's going on near to you!

2013-05-15T12:05:00Z 2013-05-15T12:04:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Like-the-Moorlands-Youth-and-Community-Facebook-Page.aspx Jemma Matthews

Join in half term activities between wednesday 29th May and Friday 31st May.

2013-05-15T11:54:00Z 2013-05-15T11:54:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Dont-Get-Bored-in-the-Staffordshire-Moorlands-this-Half-Term.aspx Jemma Matthews

YOMAC are looking for new members to join them to get young people's voices heard by decision makers and get young people's points of view out there

2013-05-15T11:47:00Z 2013-05-15T11:44:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Youth-of-the-Moorlands-Action-Council-Now-Recruiting-for-New-Members.aspx Jemma Matthews

Leading UK children's disability charity Newlife Foundation and the UK Youth Parliament are looking to work together to address disability issues relating to young people.

2013-05-15T11:34:00Z 2013-05-15T11:34:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Putting-Disability-Issues-on-the-Cirriculum.aspx Mark Smith

Have your say in the local government elections

2013-05-02T09:58:00Z 2013-05-02T10:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-County-Council-Elections.aspx Jemma Matthews

This information, advice and guidance event is designed to provide local young people with the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the range of options available to them at the age of 16.

2013-04-17T15:33:00Z 2013-04-17T15:36:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/I-am-Your-Which-Way-Next!.aspx Jemma Matthews

A new free mobile application (app) has been launched to make it possible for people to search for Apprenticeship vacancies in England, whilst on the move.

2013-04-02T14:40:00Z 2013-04-02T14:46:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Apprenticeships-app.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people can 'Get Out' and enjoy a packed programme of activities this Easter Holiday (Friday 29 March to Wednesday 10 April).

2013-04-02T09:39:00Z 2013-04-02T09:36:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Stafford-Borough-Councils-Get-Out-Easter-Activities.aspx Jemma Matthews

Please note the following youth club closures in Lichfield over the Easter.

2013-03-28T17:08:00Z 2013-03-28T17:07:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Youth-Club-Closures.aspx Mark Smith

Movellas.com, Random House, The Reading Agency and Sony Reader have joined forces to find the best young writing superstar with the fantastic prize of an opportunity to sign an exclusive publishing contract with Random House, including a £2,000 advance.

2013-03-25T16:32:00Z 2013-03-25T16:31:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Staffordshires-libraries-are-supporting-the-search-for-the-next-young-JK-Rowling-or-Michael-Morpurgo.aspx Jemma Matthews

Have you ever been tweeting, Facebooking or Tumbling your life away, only to be met with a nasty comment from a stranger?

2013-03-12T12:33:00Z 2013-03-12T12:32:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Lolz-not-Trolls.aspx Jemma Matthews

College students have been finding out more about what the county council is doing to help them secure a job at events this week.

2013-03-12T12:24:00Z 2013-03-12T12:23:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Students-have-been-finding-out-more-about-backing-for-jobs-and-growth-in-Staffordshire.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people from across Staffordshire have been reacting to news that the government has rejected calls to create a national bus travel discount scheme for young people under the age of 18.

2013-02-26T15:08:00Z 2013-02-26T15:37:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/The-Government-Rejects-National-Bus-Travel-Discount-Scheme-for-Young-People.aspx Mark Smith

Episode 7 of Youth Parliament Watch straight from the House of Commons

2013-02-13T12:18:00Z 2013-02-13T12:16:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-Youth-Parliament-Watch-Episode-7.aspx Jemma Matthews

Joan Walley, Labour MP for Stoke-on-Trent North, has submitted an Early Day Motion for debate in the House of Commons calling for a formal government response to the UK Youth Parliament's decision to have 'A Curriculum For Life' as its national campaign for 2013.

2013-02-04T12:24:00Z 2013-02-04T12:24:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Early-Day-Motion-Calls-For-UKYPs-Curriculum-For-Life-Campaign-To-Recieve-Formal-Govt-Response.aspx Jemma Matthews

VOICE (Cannock Chase District Youth Forum) are currently recruiting young people to the forum.

2013-02-04T12:10:00Z 2013-02-04T12:27:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Chase-District-Youth-Forum---Recruiting-Now!.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people can enjoy a wide range of sports courses and activities in Stafford and Stone this February Half Term (Monday 18 to Friday 22 February) with Stafford Borough Council's 'Get Out' programme.

2013-01-29T16:15:00Z 2013-01-29T16:15:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Dont-Miss-Out,-Get-Out-this-February-Half-Term.aspx Jemma Matthews

The British Youth Council (BYC) has launched their new Manifesto – to campaign on public transport, work experience and a fair deal for young people.

2013-01-29T15:53:00Z 2013-01-29T15:52:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/BYC-Launches-New-Manifesto.aspx Mark Smith

Find out more about Foundation Learning this February

2013-01-24T13:37:00Z 2013-03-26T09:34:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Foundation-Learning-Showcase.aspx Jemma Matthews

Some Staffordshire County Council Youth Centre's and Clubs will be closed due to the heavy snow.

2013-01-21T09:06:00Z 2013-01-21T14:33:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Youth-Club-Closures-21st-January-2013.aspx Jemma Matthews

Some Staffordshire County Council Youth Centre's and Clubs will be closed due to the heavy snow.

2013-01-18T10:41:00Z 2013-01-21T09:11:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Youth-Club-Closures---18th---20th-January-2013.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Shugborough Estate in Staffordshire has launched its search to find volunteers to fill a variety of roles in one of the best-loved tourist attractions in the county, in time for the start of the 2013 season.

2013-01-14T09:23:00Z 2013-01-14T09:24:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Shugborough-looks-for-people-to-fill-vacancy-for-The-best-volunteering-gig-in-Staffordshire.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council would like to shout about the FREE e-book lending service provided by the county's libraries.

2013-01-14T09:08:00Z 2013-01-14T09:22:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Think-Staffordshire-Libraries-for-e-books.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people in Leek can get a taste of Hollywood thanks to their local youth centre, with free movie nights running once a month.

2013-01-11T10:40:00Z 2013-01-11T10:37:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Movie-Nights-at-Milward-Hall.aspx Jemma Matthews

Take charge of Britain and create a country to call your own, step inside the iconic buildings of the Palace of Westminster, make your voice heard, or swing into action to clean Big Ben!

2013-01-04T14:20:00Z 2013-01-04T14:20:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Games-to-Bring-Parliament-and-Politics-to-Life.aspx Jemma Matthews

Seeking help and advice has never been easier thanks to new smartphone apps!

2013-01-04T10:33:00Z 2013-01-04T10:33:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/New-Smartphone-Apps.aspx Jemma Matthews

A fantastic opportunity for those aged 16-25 and from Coalfields Communities to take part in either Sports Leader Level 1 Award or Community Sports Leaders Level 2 Award

2012-12-17T10:47:00Z 2012-12-17T10:45:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Coalfields-Regeneration-Trust-Project-has-Created-over-50-Sports-Leaders.aspx Jemma Matthews

Download and print off your local activity news sheet to find activities in your area. You can find your local youth club, holiday and sports activities, your local Duke of Edinburgh's Award group, or find out where to get careers advice.

2012-12-04T12:13:00Z 2012-12-04T12:12:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/YouFindDistrictActivityNewsSheets-December2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

Now in its third year, the Volunteer Staffordshire awards raise the profile of our county's unsung volunteer heroes and celebrate their invaluable contribution to making Staffordshire work.

2012-11-20T15:04:00Z 2012-11-20T15:02:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Volunteer-Staffordshire-Awards-2013.aspx Jemma Matthews

The top five issues from the Make Your Mark ballot will form the basis of the annual House of Commons debate on 23rd November 2012.

2012-11-20T11:03:00Z 2012-11-26T15:08:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/UKYP-House-of-Commons-Debate.aspx Jemma Matthews

The biggest skills and careers event in the UK!

2012-11-07T10:25:00Z 2012-11-07T10:22:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/The-Skills-Show.aspx Jemma Matthews

A massive 250,000 young people took part in 'Make Your Mark'!

2012-11-07T09:45:00Z 2012-11-07T09:48:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Make-Your-Mark-2012-Ballot-Results.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people from across the town will get the chance to join in with a whole day's worth of activities at the centre on Spinning School Lane, all for a small charitable donation.

2012-11-07T09:24:00Z 2012-11-07T09:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Tamworth-Youth-Centre-Celebrates-One-World,-Our-World.aspx Jemma Matthews

"Better Together" was the motto that the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Partnership NHS Trust gave to members of Staffordshire's Youth Action Kouncil (YAK) regarding their ambition of becoming a Foundation Trust in the near future.

2012-10-24T14:36:00Z 2012-10-24T14:39:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Better-Together.aspx Jemma Matthews

Network West Midlands have released a new app for you to plan your journey on the go! The app is absolutely free and will help you plan your journey by bus, train and metro.

2012-10-24T14:24:00Z 2012-10-24T14:24:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/yourcard/Plan-Your-Journey-On-The-Go.aspx Jemma Matthews

Protect Yourself, Protect Your Mates, Make it Easy!

2012-10-11T15:32:00Z 2012-10-11T15:32:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Click-CEOP.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people in Hednesford now have more opportunity to get involved with local activities from Friday, when a new youth provision opens its doors.

2012-10-11T13:49:00Z 2012-10-11T13:49:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/New-Youth-Provision-Opens-in-Hednesford.aspx Jemma Matthews

Read the UKYP regional newsletter Make Your Mark special edition.

2012-10-11T10:22:00Z 2012-10-11T10:19:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/UKYP-Regional-Newsletter-Make-Your-Mark-Special-Edition.aspx Jemma Matthews

Download and print off your local activity news sheet to find activities in your area. You can find your local youth club, holiday and sports activities, your local Duke of Edinburgh's Award group, or find out where to get careers advice.

2012-10-01T11:22:00Z 2012-10-01T11:34:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/YouFindDistrictActivityNewsSheets-October2012.aspx Mark Smith

The local library can be the perfect location for homework and revision.

2012-09-28T15:32:00Z 2012-09-28T15:30:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Space-for-quiet-study-with-Staffordshire-Libraries.aspx Mark Smith

A Cheadle schoolgirl has won this year's Stafford Short Story competition and a top prize of £250.

2012-09-28T15:24:00Z 2012-09-28T15:43:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Schoolgirl-author-wins-big-writing-prize.aspx Mark Smith

Staffordshire's education chief has welcomed reforms to GCSE exams, but is keen to see consistency in assessment and marking of the exams as a whole.

2012-09-28T15:10:00Z 2012-09-28T15:42:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Staffordshires-education-chief-welcomes-exam-reforms.aspx Jemma Matthews

On Saturday 1st September 2012, seven young people from Staffordshire attended the British Youth Council Annual Council Meeting in Cardiff.

2012-09-28T12:12:00Z 2012-09-28T12:06:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/British-Youth-Council-Annual-Council-Meeting-2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

During October, thousands of people across England are taking part in Stoptober - a new, exciting 28 day challenge to stop smoking.

2012-09-28T10:20:00Z 2012-09-28T11:16:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Stoptober!.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Sport Across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent "Newcomer of the Year Award, supported by BBC Radio Stoke" aims to recognise the achievement of a club, team or individual within their first year of their chosen sport.

2012-09-28T09:34:00Z 2012-09-28T09:48:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Newcomer-of-the-Year-Award-.aspx Mark Smith

From this year, all young people leaving Year 11 will be expected to continue learning.

2012-09-13T10:19:00Z 2012-09-13T12:29:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Staying-in-learning-after-Year-11.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you have just started secondary school you can sign up for the Your Staffordshire Card

2012-09-05T12:39:00Z 2012-09-05T12:39:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/yourcard/Get-Back-to-School-with-the-Your-Staffordshire-Card.aspx Jemma Matthews

17 year old Elliot Payne from Cannock has scooped a national Youth Onboard Award for his tireless work to stamp out bullying amongst young people in Staffordshire.

2012-08-30T13:44:00Z 2012-08-30T13:42:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-Teenager-Recognised-for-Work-to-Stamp-out-Bullying.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire's UK Youth Parliament members attended the UK Youth Parliament Annual Sitting 2012.

2012-08-30T11:58:00Z 2012-08-30T11:59:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-Youth-Parliament-Watch---Special-Edition.aspx Jemma Matthews

Celebrate the official opening of the new BMX track in Mile Oak on Saturday 8th September. Free coaching on offer!

2012-08-23T15:52:00Z 2012-08-23T15:51:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Launch-of-the-New-Mile-Oak-BMX-Track.aspx Jemma Matthews

'Positivity' flew from all directions, as the members of youth parliament met for the 2012 annual sitting in Nottingham

2012-08-22T09:15:00Z 2012-08-22T09:13:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/UK-Youth-Parliament-Annual-Sitting-2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Princes Trust are running programmes to help young people who are working less than 16 hours a week, and who want to get their lives working.

2012-08-20T10:03:00Z 2012-08-20T10:03:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Princes-Trust-Programmes-for-Young-People-Working-Less-Than-16-Hours-a-Week.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you are looking for employment or training then come along to our Careers Fair where you can talk to over 20 employers and training providers who have got great opportunities for you.

2012-08-17T16:04:00Z 2012-08-17T16:11:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Careers-Fair-2012-at-Burton-Library.aspx Jemma Matthews

Aged 16-25? Want to help other young people stay in control of their cash? Become a Barclays Money Skills 'champion'.

2012-08-17T14:27:00Z 2012-08-17T14:37:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Barclays-Money-Skills-Champions.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you want to improve your employability skills, find out more about Foundation Learning and the Aspirations Programme.

2012-08-17T12:43:00Z 2012-08-17T12:42:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Foundation-Learning-and-the-Aspirations-Programme.aspx Jemma Matthews

Watch videos of your UK Youth Parliament Members and find out what they have been doing between March and August.

2012-08-13T12:19:00Z 2012-08-13T12:18:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-Youth-Parliament-Watch-Episodes-5-and-6.aspx Jemma Matthews

Members of Staffordshire Youth Action Kouncil recently arranged an exchange with another youth council from Wolverhampton.

2012-08-13T10:13:00Z 2012-08-13T10:43:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/The-Youth-Action-Kouncil-and-Wolverhampton-Youth-Council-Exchange-Ideas-and-Experiences.aspx Jemma Matthews

YAK members continue to raise the profile of the Your Staffordshire Card.

2012-08-13T10:00:00Z 2012-08-13T10:00:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/YAK-Members-Attend-the-Youth-Select-Committee-and-National-Bus-Partnership-Forum.aspx Mark Smith

If you are looking for an Apprenticeship or wanting to find work, come and see us this summer and give your career a kick-start.

2012-08-08T10:45:00Z 2012-08-08T11:10:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Apprenticeships-and-CV-Workshops-this-Summer-in-Newcastle.aspx Mark Smith

Don't panic! Our Careers Advisers are here to make sure you can look at all your options, whatever your grades.

2012-07-26T12:04:00Z 2012-09-11T13:17:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/ResultsDay2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

Talented young musician Hayden Manuell, from Stone, who attends Alleynes High School has taken the top prize in a prestigious music competition.

2012-07-25T15:56:00Z 2012-07-25T15:53:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Hayden-Manuell-is-Staffordshire-Young-Musician-of-the-Year.aspx Jemma Matthews

The UK's bus industry has joined forces to create a brand new website focussed on bus travel and the various services on offer – and the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK would like your help in developing it.

2012-07-25T15:34:00Z 2012-07-25T15:33:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Cheaper,-Better-and-Accessible-Transport-for-All.aspx Jemma Matthews

Deliberately starting grass fires is a crime. Tackling them stops Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service being somewhere they could save a life.

2012-07-23T09:50:00Z 2012-07-23T10:04:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Flames-Arent-Games.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council's innovative Foundation to Employment project, which helps young people leaving care find employment, has scooped the prestigious Care2work quality award from the National Care Advisory Service (NCAS).

2012-07-17T14:01:00Z 2012-07-17T14:00:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Job-Support-Service-Scoops-National-Award.aspx Jemma Matthews

Do you have a community project you want to get off the ground?

2012-07-17T11:34:00Z 2012-07-17T11:32:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/vInspired-Cash-Point.aspx Jemma Matthews

Alex Hylton, aged 16 from Bednall near Stafford has won a national Youth on Board Award for his relentless efforts promoting the Your Staffordshire Card to teenagers across the county.

2012-07-17T11:09:00Z 2012-07-17T11:11:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/yourcard/Alex-Scoops-Youth-Award-for-Championing-Travel-Card.aspx Mark Smith

159 young people from 21 schools across the county gathered at the JCB Lakeside Club, for this year's Young Teen fiction (YTF) Award Celebration Day.

2012-07-10T11:19:00Z 2012-07-10T11:25:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/ThingstoDo/Top-teen-reads-showcased-at-JCB.aspx Jemma Matthews

The band, from Endon High School, beat off stiff competition to be crowned 'Band of the Year 2012" in the annual Staffordshire Rocks competition, which took place at the Gatehouse Theatre in Stafford.

2012-07-09T15:41:00Z 2012-07-09T15:45:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Endon-Band-Scoop-Prestigious-Prize.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people can now get discounted entry to Drayton Manor, the award-winning theme park, located near Tamworth.

2012-07-09T14:33:00Z 2012-07-09T14:35:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/yourcard/Up-to-half-price-entry-to-Drayton-Manor-Theme-Park.aspx Jemma Matthews

Youth Amplified is an innovative new website designed to help you improve your speaking skills and overcome the lack of experience and confidence.

2012-05-23T09:39:00Z 2012-05-23T09:40:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Launch-of-Youth-Amplified.aspx Jemma Matthews

Watch videos of your UK Youth Parliament Members and find out what they have been doing since they were appointed in February 2012

2012-05-17T12:49:00Z 2012-05-17T12:51:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshire-Youth-Parliament-Watch-Episodes-1---3.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Chesterton Time Capsule has been lowered into the ground and will not be opened until the same date in 2062.

2012-05-16T14:50:00Z 2012-05-16T14:58:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Chesterton-Time-Capsule.aspx Jemma Matthews

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of history and celebrate the Olympic Flame coming to Stafford on Wednesday 30th May 2012.

2012-05-08T12:53:00Z 2012-05-08T15:19:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/The-Olympic-Flame-is-Coming.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Youth Select Committee's first inquiry will look at public transport. Staffordshire County Council has been asked to provide evidence about how effective and successful the Your Staffordshire Card has been.

2012-04-30T11:21:00Z 2012-04-30T15:59:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/yourcard/Youth-Select-Committee-Calls-for-Evidence-on-Public-Transport.aspx Mark Smith

Two young teenage girls, from Staffordshire have been selected to become media spokespeople for the area.

2012-04-27T14:59:00Z 2012-06-08T15:27:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Two-Teenagers-have-become-Media-Spokespeople-for-the-Area.aspx Jemma Matthews

Maddy Rogers, who sits on the Staffordshire Youth Action Kouncil, has spoken to the Burton Mail about the personal implications that trolling has on the victims.

2012-04-27T14:49:00Z 2012-04-27T14:51:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Member-of-the-Youth-Action-Kouncil-Speaks-Out-Against-Internet-Trolls.aspx Jemma Matthews

Youthbox is coming up to it's first birthday in June and we want to know what you think of the website so far and what else you would like to see.

2012-04-24T12:49:00Z 2012-04-24T12:58:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Changes-to-Youthbox.aspx Mark Smith

South Staffordshire College has got open days coming up at all four campuses in April and June.

2012-04-18T10:13:00Z 2012-04-18T10:12:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Open-Days-at-South-Staffordshire-College.aspx Jemma Matthews

James Markey, from South Staffordshire was crowned Young Volunteer of the Year, for continuously giving up his time to benefit local young people, even whilst battling Non-Hodgkins Lympohma (a form of cancer).

2012-04-11T09:11:00Z 2012-04-11T09:12:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Staffordshires-Young-Volunteer-of-the-Year-.aspx Jemma Matthews

A National Careers Service launched today will be a welcome addition to careers services for Staffordshire's young people.

2012-04-05T15:38:00Z 2012-04-05T16:09:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/National-Careers-Service-is-a-Welcome-Addition-to-Career-Services-in-Staffordshire.aspx Mark Smith

Seven young campaigners aged 16 to 19 years old from the British Youth Council (BYC) and National Children's Bureau (NCB) met with Norman Baker MP, Minister for Transport, in Westminster on Tuesday 6 March to discuss how bus services could be improved for young people.

2012-03-13T11:49:00Z 2012-03-13T11:59:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Young-people-meet-with-Minister-on-how-to-make-buses-better.aspx Christopher Bascombe

Budding rock stars have the opportunity to sign up for one of the county's biggest rock competitions.

2012-03-07T11:13:00Z 2012-03-27T09:48:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Staffordshire-Rocks-Applications-Now-Open.aspx Christopher Bascombe

From Tuesday 13 March, Leek Library will be the venue for a weekly 'drop in' job club from 10am to 12noon, aimed at helping young people aged 16 to 20 find employment.

2012-03-07T10:27:00Z 2012-03-27T09:31:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/Leek-Library-to-host-new-club-for-young-job-seekers.aspx Jemma Matthews

Equality4U 2012 was a chance for young people to explore four key human rights campaigns for groups within society that face discrimination.

2012-02-20T11:49:00Z 2012-02-20T11:52:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Equality4U-2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire Youth Action Kouncil (YAK) and other members of 'The Votes at 16 Coalition Campaign', are calling on the Government to sit up and listen to the millions of young people who want to be heard.

2012-02-20T10:54:00Z 2012-02-20T10:55:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/GetInvolved/Votes-at-16-Action-Week.aspx Jemma Matthews

During the month of February Staffordshire Library Service will be giving people who join their local library a chance to win one of two e-book readers.

2012-02-16T15:50:00Z 2012-02-16T15:58:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Your-Library-is-more-than-just-Books.aspx Jemma Matthews

There's never been a better time to think about your first step on the career ladder with a Staffordshire County Council apprenticeship.

2012-02-08T16:26:00Z 2012-02-16T15:59:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Whats-Next-Earn-while-you-Learn.aspx Mark Smith

When you picture a Firefighter, what do you see? Many people are under the impression that women can't be Firefighters. Perhaps they wouldn't be strong enough? Brave enough? Or even tall enough?

2012-01-09T15:58:00Z 2012-02-17T09:56:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/GirlscanbeFirefighters!.aspx Mark Smith

The hugely successful initiative the Your Staffordshire Card, launched by Staffordshire County Council, now not only provides excellent savings on bus travel, it also offers some exclusive discounts.

2012-01-03T16:17:00Z 2012-01-04T15:13:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/NewYearOfferswithaYourStaffordshireCard.aspx Jemma Matthews

During an anti-bullying event on the 18th November 2011, young people were given the opportunity to design an anti-bullying flag for Staffordshire.

2012-01-03T15:45:00Z 2012-01-03T15:45:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/StaffordshiresAnti-BullyingFlag.aspx Mark Smith

Come along to our New Year's Careers Event in Stafford to find yourself a place on a course that's right for you.

2011-12-16T14:57:00Z 2012-01-06T12:18:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/NewYearsCareersEventinStafford.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council is proposing to make changes to its post 16 home to school and college transport policy and want to know what you think!

2011-12-13T09:40:00Z 2011-12-13T09:39:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Post16TransportConsultation.aspx Jemma Matthews

Shugborough's most famous event of the year is back, and this year its set to be better than ever!

2011-11-24T11:13:00Z 2011-11-24T11:14:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/ShugboroughsFamousCandlelitChristmasEvenings2011.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire Young People's Service (SYPS) is holding a drop in event for local people at the Burntwood Young People's Centre in Cherry Close.

2011-11-23T11:45:00Z 2011-11-28T15:56:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/YoungPeoplesOpenEventinBurntwood.aspx Jemma Matthews

An innovative travel scheme aimed at young people in Staffordshire has scooped a top national award.

2011-11-23T09:52:00Z 2011-11-24T10:57:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/TheYouthActionKouncilCelebrateafterScoopingTopNationalAward.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you're between seven and sixteen, why not show us your ideas and win some fantastic prizes including a family trip to Alton Towers, High Street vouchers and loads of other goodies.

2011-11-21T13:16:00Z 2011-11-21T13:16:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/CouldYouDesigntheCaroftheFuture.aspx Jemma Matthews

In exactly one year the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony will take place! Celebrate the countdown and watch the first trailer of 'Staffordshire's Olympic Spirit' which celebrates Staffordshire Olympians, past, present and future.

2011-11-21T10:09:00Z 2011-07-27T15:20:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/StaffordshiresOlympicSpirit.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Youth Action Kouncil (YAK) is excited to announce their plans to highlight national Anti Bullying Week. This year's theme is about stopping verbal bullying through the slogan, "Stop and Think – Words Can Hurt".

2011-11-10T13:17:00Z 2011-11-10T13:18:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/StopandThink-WordsCanHurt.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council's 'Your Staffordshire Card' has reached the finals of The Guardian Public Service Awards 2011.

2011-11-10T12:08:00Z 2011-11-10T12:08:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/InnovativeTravelCardisShortlistedforaTopNationalAward.aspx Jemma Matthews

Ten Staffordshire communities will welcome the Olympic Flame next summer, as it passes through the county on its 8,000 mile route to London for the official start of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

2011-11-07T16:04:00Z 2011-11-07T16:04:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/OlympicTorch.aspx Jemma Matthews

Newcastle Library are looking for young volunteers to help other young people with their school work.

2011-10-28T11:17:00Z 2011-10-28T11:17:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/StudySupportVolunteers.aspx Jemma Matthews

Free Entry to Staffordshire County Council Youth Clubs for One Week Only!

2011-10-28T10:00:00Z 2011-10-28T10:07:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/FreeEntrytoYouthClubs.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council has hosted its eighth annual 'Reach for the Stars' event, to celebrate the achievements of Staffordshire's looked after young people.

2011-10-28T08:48:00Z 2011-10-28T08:47:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/YoungPeopleReachfortheStarswithAwards.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire County Council and Stoke-on-Trent City Council are joining forces with Staffordshire Police and Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service to run this campaign.

2011-10-20T15:56:00Z 2011-10-28T08:49:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/TakeCareandBeAwareduringtheHalloweenandBonfireNightcelebrations.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire Young People's Service have some awesome activities organised for this October half term.

2011-10-11T15:02:00Z 2011-10-11T15:02:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/DontbeBoredthisOctoberHalfTerm!.aspx Jemma Matthews

The latest figures revealed that an impressive 25,000 youngsters have applied for a Your Staffordshire Card since it was launched in the spring.

2011-10-11T14:41:00Z 2011-10-11T14:44:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/YourStaffordshireCardCelebratesMajorMilestone.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you know an amazing young volunteer then nominate them now for the 2012 Volunteer Staffordshire Awards.

2011-10-11T13:40:00Z 2011-10-11T13:40:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/VolunteerStaffordshireAwards2012.aspx Jemma Matthews

Missed out on a sports scholarship with a major club or organisation, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for!

2011-09-12T15:25:00Z 2011-09-12T15:31:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/NewcastleTownFootballClubSportsApprenticeship.aspx Jemma Matthews

Are you privately fostered? Even if you're ok, you must tell us if you are being cared for by someone who isn't a close relative for more than 28 days.

2011-09-12T11:49:00Z 2012-02-08T16:33:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/PrivateFostering.aspx Jemma Matthews

Tottenham Hotspurs striker Jermain Defoe, Vampire Diaries actor Ian Somerhalder, DJ Reggie Yates, 90210 star Matt Lanter and pop stars Westlife are the latest stars to stand up against violence against women and support The 'Real Man' Campaign for 2011.

2011-09-09T13:23:00Z 2011-09-09T13:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/TheRealManCampaign.aspx Mark Smith

This innovative new card allows you to travel by bus for just a pound, and the latest figures show that one in five young people aged 11-19 have already signed up. Are you one of them? If not, find out why you should...

2011-09-07T14:07:00Z 2011-09-07T14:06:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/HaveyougotYourStaffordshireCardyet.aspx Mark Smith

If you are starting college this September then don't miss out on your chance to find out more at the Fresher's Fair

2011-09-05T15:05:00Z 2011-09-06T09:32:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/FreshersFairs.aspx Jemma Matthews

It's important that Staffordshire County Council listens to the views of young people. Please could you take a few minutes to complete our survey about Youthbox and the Your Staffordshire Card?

2011-09-05T09:22:00Z 2011-09-05T09:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Weneedyourviews!.aspx Mark Smith

If you live in the Cannock Chase area come along to our Foundation Learning and Aspirations Open Day

2011-08-26T14:34:00Z 2011-09-05T15:10:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/FoundationLearningandAspirationsEventinCannock.aspx Jemma Matthews

The problem with drinking and driving is... the MOURNING after! The message is clear – get behind the wheel while you are still over the limit and it could be 'Game Over' for you, passengers or innocent bystanders.

2011-08-26T13:00:00Z 2011-08-26T13:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/GameOver.aspx Jemma Matthews

The British Youth Council, UK Youth Parliament and Young Mayors Network want young people themselves to have a say on the riots, so that in dialogue with decision makers, young leaders can be part of the solution that prevents such disturbances happening again.

2011-08-18T15:22:00Z 2011-08-18T15:21:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/TellthePrimeMinisterwhatyouthinkabouttheRecentRiots.aspx Jemma Matthews

Top UK band The Wanted have been added to the Ultra Sound Music Festival for the Sunday 4th September. This addition to the line-up means the Festival will be a perfect opportunity to see a multitude of top chart acts at one event.

2011-08-17T15:42:00Z 2011-08-17T15:41:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/UltrasoundFestivalNewActAnnounced.aspx Jemma Matthews

Tens of thousands of music fans will be flocking to Staffordshire this week ahead of the hugely popular V Festival. Staffordshire County Council's specialised teams will be working closely with organisers and partners to ensure the weekend is safe and enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

2011-08-17T15:20:00Z 2011-08-17T15:18:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/VFestival2011.aspx Jemma Matthews

Don't be bored this Summer, bring your family and your mates and come to Shugborough for a great day out….its much more than just a Mansion House!

2011-08-15T11:09:00Z 2011-08-15T11:08:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/2-4-1EntrytotheShugboroughEstate.aspx Jemma Matthews

The British Youth Council is shocked by the violence, looting and lawlessness reported over the last few days. It is absolutely unacceptable, and where it involves young people we urge them to stop.

2011-08-09T14:15:00Z 2011-08-10T09:38:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/BritishYouthCouncilCondemnLootingandLawlessness.aspx Jemma Matthews

The Ultrasound Music Festival has announced that the Saturdays, Scouting For Girls and also Starboy Nathan are joining the line-up at the last great pop party of the summer, to be held at the Tamworth Castle Pleasure Grounds on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September.

2011-08-08T14:16:00Z 2011-08-08T14:13:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/UltrasoundMusicFestival.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire Young People's Service and an array of partner agencies and training providers were out in force in Lichfield City Centre yesterday.

2011-07-29T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:12:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/YoungpeopleinLichfieldinthemarketfornewopportunities.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you're aged between 11 and 19, simply visit the Shire Hall Gallery and take a photograph, picture, poem, or piece of writing about something that makes you smile and you could win a thrill hopper ticket!

2011-07-27T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:11:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/Smile.aspx Jemma Matthews

We are running extra Careers Guidance Drop-ins throughout the summer holidays.

2011-07-19T00:00:00Z 2011-11-23T10:35:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/SummerHolidayCareersDrop-insinCannock.aspx Jemma Matthews

Michelin's Fill Up With Air tyre safety campaign stopped off at Stafford ASDA

2011-07-19T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:14:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/RoadsafetyexpertsbringcampaigntoStafford.aspx Jemma Matthews

Head to 2011 Live to check out some of this years live acts including Tinchy Stryder and The Wanted!

2011-07-08T00:00:00Z 2011-11-23T10:34:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/2011Live.aspx Jemma Matthews

If you are looking for impartial advice and guidance about all your options, then why not call in to your local Careers Guidance Drop-in.

2011-07-07T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:06:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/CareersGuidancenearyou.aspx Jemma Matthews

Band Nuclear Safari have scooped the top prize in a countywide rock competition. The band, from Madeley High School, beat off stiff competition to be crowned 'Band of the Year 2011" in the annual Staffordshire Rocks competition, which took place at the Gatehouse Theatre in Stafford.

2011-06-23T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:10:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/MadeleyBandScoopPrestigiousPrize.aspx Jemma Matthews

Staffordshire Young People's Service and Make Some Noise will be at Brough Park in Leek on Saturday 16th July 2011 between 9am and 4pm. Learn how to play the drums and electric guitar or get involved with some fundraising and win some fantastic prizes!

2011-06-21T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:05:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/MakeSomeNoise.aspx Jemma Matthews

Young people in Lichfield can learn more about their employment opportunities, thanks to Staffordshire Young People's Service.

2011-06-18T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:05:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/OpportunitiesforyoungpeopleinLichfieldsMarketSquare.aspx Jemma Matthews

I was at school finishing my GCSE's with good predicted grades but had no thoughts of what I would like to do in the future. I was guided towards an Apprenticeship by my Personal Adviser.

2011-06-07T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T11:38:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/HelpAdvice/RoxiesexperienceasanApprentice.aspx Jemma Matthews

Win tickets to a night of Dirty Dancing at Shugborough Estate on August 19th & 20th. It's time to grab your dancing shoes and 'have the time of your life' at Shugborough's smash hit summer event - The Shugborough Outdoor Picnic Movie Nights - which this year presents the all-time best music movie ever - DIRTY DANCING - for two nights.

2011-06-06T00:00:00Z 2011-11-23T10:44:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/MovieNights.aspx Jemma Matthews

Your Staffordshire Card – get around for a pound! If you are under twenty and live in Staffordshire we can offer you a card which will allow you to travel for just £1 on any bus journey which starts or ends in Staffordshire*.

2011-06-05T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T14:02:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/NewTravelCard.aspx Jemma Matthews

Do you know someone who is truly inspirational to young people? Or perhaps you have a friend who always strives to do their best?

2011-06-04T00:00:00Z 2011-11-23T10:23:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/CarrytheTorchforStaffordshire.aspx Jemma Matthews

Welcome to Youthbox, a website for young people in Staffordshire. On here you'll find activities and fun, help and advice, and information all about Staffordshire and what's out there for you.

2011-06-02T00:00:00Z 2011-11-23T10:17:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/WelcometoYouthBox!.aspx Jemma Matthews

As part of our launch competition the youthbox team are looking for the most creative 'Your Space' entry! Youthbox is your website so it only seems fair that we invite you to take part and help us with what's on the site.

2011-06-02T00:00:00Z 2011-11-24T13:56:00Z http://www.youthbox.info/News/EntertheYouthBoxCompetition.aspx