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The Youth Engagement and Progression Framework (YEPF) sets out how organisations can work together to identify and support young people aged 11 to 18 who are disengaged or not in education employment or training (NEET), or at risk of youth homelessness.
Youth Engagement and Progression (YEPF) case studies
The Welsh Government has worked with local authorities and published 11 case studies to showcase processes local authorities have in place.
The case studies allow stakeholders to learn from one another’s experiences and see what processes other organisations have in place that can be replicated or adapted. This helps organisations work together better, to strengthen the invisible safety net that supports young people.
Early identification
Early identification of young people who have barriers to engagement or are at risk of becoming homeless is the foundation of the Framework. Organisations aim to provide targeted support and meet the needs of a young person at the earliest stage possible.
Please click here to see our guidance on identifying young people at risk of becoming NEET or homeless
How Caerphilly County Borough Council is implementing the YEPF
Caerphilly Youth Service recently showcased their preventative approach to help young people build a positive future. The focus is on early identification of risk, and information sharing with agencies such as schools, colleges, Careers Wales and third sector organisations.
Click here to read more: Early intervention prevents homelessness and helps keep young people in education
John Poyner, the engagement and progression co-ordinator at Caerphilly youth service, brings together organisations to support around 400 young people. Their intervention includes tailored support to help young people transition smoothly into education, employment or training after leaving school.
John works closely with the youth homelessness coordinator based in the youth service, Nichola Davies to identify and support those young people who might also be at risk of homelessness. To hear from Nichola Davies and two young people themselves whose lives have been changed from the support they have received, please click here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1201055725147075