Detached Youth Work
Supporting Young People in their space
Our Detached Youth Work team meets young people in their own communities, building trusted relationships, providing support, and creating opportunities wherever they feel most comfortable.
About this service
What is Detached Youth Work?
Detached Youth Work is all about meeting young people in their own spaces. Every week, our team works across communities in North Liverpool, engaging with young people where they spend their time and providing support in a way that feels accessible and approachable.
We understand that not every young person is ready to walk through the doors of a youth centre or support service. By taking our work directly into local communities, we can build relationships, offer guidance, and help young people access the support they need.
Whether it’s providing advice, signposting to specialist services, or simply being a trusted adult to talk to, our Youth Development Workers are there to listen and help.
Many of the young people we meet through Detached Youth Work go on to access other Positive Futures services, including mentoring, targeted interventions, and open access youth sessions.
Last year alone, our team spent over 336 hours delivering Detached Youth Work out in the community, supporting young people where they are.
How We Support Young People
Building Relationships
Creating trusted connections with young people through regular engagement within their local communities.
Advice & Guidance
Providing information, support, and signposting to help young people navigate challenges and access opportunities.
Connecting to Services
Helping young people access Positive Futures programmes and other specialist support services when appropriate.
Creating Opportunities
Encouraging participation in activities, projects, and experiences that build confidence, skills, and aspirations.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Detached Youth Work take place?
Our team works across several communities in North Liverpool, meeting young people in parks, public spaces, neighbourhoods, and other community locations.
Who can access the service?
Any young person encountered through our Detached Youth Work sessions can engage with the team and access support, advice, or signposting.
What kind of support can you provide?
We offer informal support, guidance, signposting, mentoring pathways, and access to wider Positive Futures services where appropriate.
How do young people get involved?
There’s no formal referral process. Our team actively engages with young people in the community and builds relationships over time.
