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“Improving the quality of life for children and young people in Dorset”

Dorset Youth Association’s reach across the county encompasses voluntary youth clubs and groups spread throughout rural Dorset; targeted work with children, young people and families focussing on health and improved wellbeing; and informs over 300 professionals in the voluntary and community sector.

Dorset Youth Association has been supporting clubs, groups and individuals since 1943 and in 2013 celebrated its 70th Anniversary in the presence of HRH The Earl of Wessex KG GCVO. 

As the need of young people in Dorset changes, Dorset Youth Association is evolving to meet these needs, through volunteering projects, national and international expeditions, emotional and practical support to remain in or further their education or find work opportunities, promoting equal opportunities and diversity, and providing the support needed to help inspire young people and raise their aspirations.

Chairman's Report

Chairman's Report

The Chairman’s report for the year 2019-20. Read more

Published: 18th May, 2016

Updated: 9th November, 2020

Author: Joe Snowdon

DYA hosts the Leader of the House of Commons

DYA hosts the Leader of the House of Commons

On Tuesday 18th August 2020, Dorset Youth Association hosted Mr Jacob Rees-Mogg Leader of the House of Commons. He spoke to local groups and young people about issues important to them. Read more

Published: 2nd September, 2020

Author: Hannah Snowdon

Our Credentials & Affiliations

Our Credentials & Affiliations

Dorset Youth Association holds the Ambition Quality+ standard which accredits the work we do. For more details click here Read more

Published: 11th May, 2016

Updated: 6th August, 2019

Author: Joe Snowdon

Our Impact

Our Impact

Dorset Youth Association - Improving the quality of life for children and young people in Dorset. Read more

Published: 3rd September, 2020

Author:

Our Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission, Vision and Values

Our Mission, Vision and Values from our Business Strategy 2018-2021 Read more

Published: 8th May, 2016

Updated: 25th July, 2019

Author: Club Support

Our Resources

Our Resources

We are passionate about the work we undertake and are continuously reviewing our Business Plan and Strategy to ensure we work in an efficiently, cost-effectively and appropriate way for the future. Full reports here. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2016

Updated: 4th February, 2021

Author: Joe Snowdon

Our Supporters

Our Supporters

Without the backing, both financial and in-kind, of the following funders we could not continue to provide the support to children, young people and families across Dorset. Read more

Published: 6th May, 2016

Updated: 30th March, 2020

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Royal Visit

Royal Visit

Dorset Youth Association celebrated in royal fashion to mark its 70th Anniversary. HRH The Earl of Wessex KG GCVO attended a garden party at Moreton Gardens on 22nd July 2013. Read more

Published: 31st May, 2016

Updated: 2nd September, 2020

Author: Joe Snowdon

Safeguarding Policy for Children & Adults

Safeguarding Policy for Children & Adults

Dorset Youth Association is committed to protect the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults in the work it undertakes Read more

Published: 4th January, 2019

Updated: 4th April, 2019

Author: Lindsey Halford

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    Clubs & Groups Satisfaction Survey 2021

    In March 2021, we sought feedback from our affiliated Clubs & Groups - here are the results and what they told us about the service we provide!

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  • Our Impact

    Our Impact

    Dorset Youth Association - Improving the quality of life for children and young people in Dorset.

  • DYA hosts the Leader of the House of Commons

    DYA hosts the Leader of the House of Commons

    On Tuesday 18th August 2020, Dorset Youth Association hosted Mr Jacob Rees-Mogg Leader of the House of Commons. He spoke to local groups and young people about issues important to them.

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