Lights, Mics, Action: Our Young People Take on MediaCityUK
This summer, 13 young people from HideOut Youth Zone and Salford Youth Zone added another impressive chapter to their creative portfolio, completing an AQA accredited podcasting project at MediaCityUK in partnership with Landsec. Having previously taken part in a broadcasting project with Gaydio Academy, these young people were no strangers to a professional media environment. […]
Seizing a unique opportunity: iNVEST MANCHESTER and EMPOWER kick off discussion with business leaders on Good Growth that delivers for young people and local communities
On 14th July, EMPOWER Youth Zones partnered with iNVEST MANCHESTER to host an event at HideOut Youth Zone in Gorton, bringing together senior business leaders from across Greater Manchester to explore one of the most important questions facing the city right now: how do global businesses truly embed themselves in the communities they operate in, and […]
Child online safety starts with real-life dialogue and trusted relationships
Recently, EMPOWER’s Joe Amos (Head of Youth Work) joined an expert panel at a Pro Manchester and Bruntwood event on child online safety. Joining him on the panel were Gary Conner – Founder of OnSaCom, Marianne Morgan – Insight and Evaluation Lead at The Information Commissioner’s Office, Samantha Quinn – Head of Programmes at Agent Academy, and Sam Cooper – Cyber Prevent Officer at Merseyside Police, where the conversation covered a topic that touches every family […]
Empower onboards Word On The Street as its latest Patron
Specialist property finance broker Word On The Street confirms support as the latest Founder Patron for youth work charity EMPOWER. The partnership sees the firm pledge £100,000 over the next five years to further the development of the charity, creating opportunities and pathways that will transform the lives of young people across Manchester and Salford. EMPOWER already provides more […]
Championing Youth Voices at the Houses of Parliament
On Tuesday 21st April, Salford Youth Zone travelled to Parliament for an inspiring and insightful day, celebrating the impact of the Youth Investment Fund. Senior members Ellen and Christabel, alongside Youth Work Apprentice Carter and Head of Youth Work Joe Amos, were welcomed into a vibrant reception, together with local MPs, youth organizations and advisory […]
SYZ Seniors speak out on the impact of AI in ITV podcast
Research recently published in Onside’s 2025 Generation Isolation Report highlights growing numbers of young people aged between 11-18 are relying on AI chatbots for support, connection and guidance in their lives. Salford Youth Zone’s Senior members joined with ITV Granada Reports to share their own views on the findings for an episode of their From […]
Easter Holiday Club at Empower!
Earlier this month, we held our Easter Holiday Club at HideOut and Salford Youth Zone, welcoming members for a week of themed festive activities across the holiday period. The club offered a jam-packed, vibrant programme of activities, from high-energy bunny hop races to creative egg painting sessions, keeping young people active, engaged and inspired throughout […]
Our Story Is Being Told: Empower Featured in the See Youth Work Differently Campaign
At Empower, we have always believed that young people need somewhere safe to go, something positive to do, and someone trusted to talk to. That belief is not just a tagline, it is something we see come to life every single day in our Youth Zones. Now, thanks to a powerful new campaign from Youth Alliance Greater […]
AJ Bell Futures Foundation confirms support for Empower Youth Zones as newest Founder Patron
Award-winning youth work charity, Empower Youth Zones (EMPOWER), welcomes Manchester-born investment platform AJ Bell’s charitable foundation as its latest Founder Patron. The AJ Bell Futures Foundation is a UK registered charity, established in 2023, to help people who have faced significant life challenges. With AJ Bell plc committed to contribute 0.5% of its profits before tax to local community […]
Salford Partnership Secures National Win at ‘Better Together’ Awards
Salix Homes and Salford Youth Zone have been crowned winners of a prestigious national community award, securing a £5,000 grant to further support young people in the city. The partnership was named the winner of the Community Award at the Travis Perkins Managed Services ‘Better Together’ Awards, held at the world-famous Silverstone Circuit on 5th […]
