Networks is published four times a year and is circulated to all the affiliated groups and members of LAYC.

Each issue is full of useful information, articles, reviews and ideas for youth and children's workers in the Lothian area.

If you have an idea for an article or want to submit something for the next copy of Networks you should give Graham a call at the LAYC Office on (0131) 667 1828 or email him at graham@layc.org.uk

You can now access back copies of Networks on line by clicking on the links near the bottom of this page.

If you are an LAYC member you can now access the current Winter 2007 edition of Networks at our Member's Only Section

Networks Spring 2008 includes:

Recharge in Tranent
Recharge Youth And Community Facily is based in Tranent and covers the Fa-Side area (Tranent and the surrounding area)

PVG - A Shiny New Disclosure Outfit?
Protection of Vulnerable Groups... mean anything to you? The Scottish Government consultaion ended on the 12th February was looking at changing the current disclosure process and expanding the existing regulation of people who work with children and childcare sector.

LAYC Training Scheme & Programme
LAYC run a continuous training programme and have added in a new scheme to recognise the time & effort youth and childrens workers put into their training.

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Networks Winter 2007 includes:

Bits & Bobs
Bits & Bobs join forces with LAYC - page 3. Looking for arts and crafts, stationery or just fun material. Bits & Bobs is a recucling project that provides access to an Aladdins cave of scrap materials that are ideal for creative play.

Citadel Youth Project
Update from the Citadel Youth Centre - page 5. Get yourself up to date with the latest news from the Citadel Youth Centre in Leith and their expansion plans...

Ruby Celebrations for CYP
30 Years of CYP - page 6. Canongate Youth Project celebrated it's 30th (Ruby) anniversary in style. Find out what they've been doing...

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Networks Autumn 2007 includes:

Story Lab
Scottish Storytelling Cetre - page 6. In October 07, the Scottish Storytelling Centre launched StoryLab, a nationwide celebration of storytelling and storymaking for children and young people and adults involved in their care and education..

Healthy Respect
Talking about sex is easy - page 4. Included in this issue of Networks is a simple 30 minute activity (from the Pathways to Sexual Health pack) to help young people think about sex, relationships and what they want.

Edinburgh Leisure
Volunteering and coaching - page 8. Ever thought about volunteering with Edinburgh Leisure or getting involved with coaching?

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Autumn 2007 Networks Supplement
All about Edinburgh Leisure and the Open All Hours programme.

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Networks Summer 2007 includes:

East Lothian Youth Council
Progress towards Youth Council - page 3. A number of young people attended the first sitting of the Scottish Youth Parliament in Musselburgh in March. One of the first partnership agreements has been signed between East Lothian Council and the Scottish Youth Parliament.

Child Protection Line
Launched in February - page 5. This new National Helpline service launched in February provides a single national gateway service to local child protection services across Scotland.

Summer A to Z
A to Z of places to go - page 6. We've included a handy guide to some of the places you could go on your summer trips.

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Summer 2007 Networks Supplement
Healthy Respect - Young people and sex.

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Networks Spring 2007 includes:

To Lobby or Not to Lobby...
Election build up - page 3. The elections are looming. Should you be promoting what your group does or trying to seek support from your local candidates?

Healthy Respect
Talking about sex and relationships - page 4. A youth worker is playingpool with some of the lads at the club, and the conversation turns to wee Jimmy's sexual conquest at the weekend. Do youth workers talk about sex and relationships?

Edinburgh Leisure
Workout for free at Edinburgh Leisure Gyms - page 8. Why not take advantage of the recently refurbished gyms across Edinburgh.

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Spring 2007 Networks Supplement
Farewell to PACE / Child Protection / Training and much more...

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