Community Conversations

Exploration of a hub based model for youth work in Shetland

In the face of financial challenges in the coming years, a decision of the Shetland Islands Council approved a review to explore moving to a hub based model for youth work in Shetland. This included a requirement of aligned savings from 2023/24 and onwards. The Youth and Employability Service held a series of community conversations with volunteers who support the network of youth clubs. This included three in person events, and an online conversation for those from remote and rural islands. A smartsurvey was shared with parents/guardians and carers of those with children and young people that access the services sessional youth work. A total of 170 responses were received. These conversations helped inform the information shared with Members, and will contribute to decision making.