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How Family Engagement Helps Young People to Thrive

Million's Inspiring Journey: From Struggling Student to Youth Worker Changing Lives Discover how youth work transformed Million's life and strengthened the bond with her Eritrean refugee mother. This powerful story shows how family engagement in youth programs helps young people from migrant backgrounds thrive in the UK. Million's Story: Breaking Down Barriers Through Youth Work Million, daughter of an Eritrean refugee mother, faced communication challenges growing up in London. Her mother's childhood was cut short by becoming a refugee, creating a generational gap that affected Million's school performance and family relationships. Through dedicated youth work intervention, Million and her mum learned to understand each other's perspectives and work together toward success. Today, Million is a trained youth worker supporting young people from diverse migrant backgrounds, proving the transformative power of family-centered youth programs. Learn more about this project and discover our other resources here: https://wonderfoundation.org.uk/past-... Why Family Engagement in Youth Work Matters Youth work provides essential opportunities for young people to: ✅ Develop life skills and build confidence ✅ Create safe spaces for play and social connection ✅ Shape their communities ✅ Access enriching activities they might not otherwise afford Especially crucial for: Young people from migrant families Children with fewer opportunities Communities with limited extracurricular options WONDER Foundation's Groundbreaking Research Our two-year research study revealed critical insights about youth work and family engagement: 📊 Key Findings: 84% of youth workers engage with families of young people in their programs This vital family work is unmeasured, invisible, and unfunded Youth workers receive no formal training for family engagement Migrant parents value youth work but often don't understand how to engage Young people report that youth worker support for family relationships is powerful The Gap We're Addressing Youth workers are passionate about helping young people flourish, delivering projects informed by lived experiences and aspirations. However, they often lack: Resources for effective family engagement Strategic approaches to work with migrant families Training and support for family-centered work Recognition and funding for this essential aspect of youth work Supporting Migrant Families Through Youth Work Migrant parents face unique challenges: Youth work concepts may be completely unfamiliar Cultural differences in understanding youth programs Uncertainty about how to best support their children's participation Need for guidance on navigating UK youth services Get Involved: Supporting Young People from Migrant Families Are you a youth worker, organization, or community group working with migrant communities? Partner with WONDER Foundation to ensure every young person from a migrant family maximizes the benefits of youth work. 📧 Contact us: youthwork@wonderfoundation.org.uk Thank you to our funder, Sir Halley Stewart These videos have been made by the WONDER Foundation, and funded by the Sir Halley Stewart Trust. The views expressed within this report are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the Trust. #YouthWork #FamilyEngagement #MigrantFamilies #RefugeeSupport #YouthEmpowerment #WONDERFoundation #LondonYouth #YouthDevelopment #CommunitySupport #MigrantParents #YouthWorkers #SocialInclusion #FamilySupport #YouthServices #UKYouth #RefugeeChildren #MillionsStory #YouthWorkMatters #MigrantCommunities #IntergenerationSupport