Safeguarding Policy for Children & Adults

Dorset Youth Association works to protect the wellbeing of children, young people and adults.

All staff work to the Safeguarding Policy of Dorset Youth Association.

A copy of this policy is available here

Latest

Dorset Youth Association's new CEO

A massive thank you to Dave Thompson, CEO of DYA for 17 years and a welcome to Mike Bennett, our new CEO
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!
Tom Amery - Trustee
Our Impact

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

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

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.
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.
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.
Chairman's Report

The Chairman’s report for the year 2019-20.
Our Credentials & Affiliations

Dorset Youth Association holds the Ambition Quality+ standard which accredits the work we do. For more details click here
Our Mission, Vision and Values

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