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At the start of the month, our nurseries and youth team celebrated Children’s Mental Health Week, reinforcing the importance of wellbeing, self-expression, and emotional resilience in young minds. Through a range of engaging and thoughtful activities, they helped children and young people explore their emotions in a supportive and nurturing environment. In our nurseries, little…

This month, our empowering managers gathered to reflect on our achievements and focus on the future of YMCA Worcestershire. The meeting was a vibrant celebration of teamwork, innovation, and shared progress. The session was rich with inspiring updates from across the organisation – from substantial fundraising efforts that will help us expand our impact, to…

Ben Swainson (one of our Deputy Managers) of Little Treasures put his wood working skills to the test by giving their nursery garden a makeover! He created an outdoor café, building area and planters out of disused pallets. He even created rustic chairs and a water wall! He says woodwork is his passion outside of…

“After spending years working in corporate companies specialising in events, I found myself at a crossroads when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. It was a time for reflection, and I realised that I wanted to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, though I wasn’t quite sure how or where to start. But after a spontaneous,…

HR Co-ordinator and Wellness Advocate Emily Brooks was spotlighted this month. She says – “My journey with YMCA hasn’t been long, but it has been full of so many highlights it’s hard to put it into words. Growing up with undiagnosed ADHD and Autism left me feeling like I didn’t belong anywhere, that I was…

This month, our staff newsletter turns one year old! It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the incredible milestones we’ve achieved together. Despite ups and downs, our team’s resilience, passion, and hard work have made this year one to remember. We transformed our onboarding experience with a new induction process and Bright HR, creating a…

It was lights, camera, action for the toddlers of Squirrels Nursery as they were filmed for BBC Children in Need! The staff donned their yellow onesies and ears and set up some fantastic activities for the children. They enjoyed decorating cupcakes, making playdoh Pudsey bears and some fantastic colouring!