Our story
Since 2015
Thanks to the generous support from the Ballinger Charitable Trust, a transformative initiative has been underway in Sunderland. Bringing together various local youth work organizations, this collaborative effort has been dedicated to crafting a unified approach to empower the children and young adults of our community.
Over the years, nine-member organisations have pooled their resources and expertise, forging a path towards a sustainable future for youth services in Sunderland. Through shared vision and concerted action, we are not just building programs; we are nurturing a vibrant ecosystem of support that uplifts our youth and strengthens the fabric of our society.
Louder Together.
Stronger Together.
Sunderland All Together.
The beginnings
Supported by TheBallinger Charitable Trust to explore collaboration and collective working in Sunderland.
A joined-up approach
We came together amid cuts to the youth work sector to develop a joined-up approach to youth work.
Youth Project
Our first joint project saw Youth Investment Money come into the city to sustain open access youth work.
New beginnings
After time spent developing our relationships and building a strong consortium we registered our organisation as a CIO
Good Vibes Project
In 2020 we began our "Good Vibes" Project underpinned by the needs of young people and aiming to put mental health support into open access youth work
Joined the YPF Community
We became a member of the YPF Community and began work to future-proof the consortium for generations to come
Supporting yougn people
We now offer a variety of programmes across the city for young people including detached youth work, open access youth work, the Good Vibes project, work with care experienced young people and the Holiday, Activities and Food (HAF) Department of Education-funded holiday clubs.
