How can schools support YMCA Norfolk?
We’d love pupils to gain a wider understanding of the work we do in their local community – How it impacts them? Why it’s important? And how they can get involved!
We can provide you with your own information, marketing materials, and a fundraising pack which can be sent directly to your school via email or post.
We can also come into schools and chat to your pupils about our work in the local community and join in with any fundraising efforts!
Email elsie.yiasimi@ymcanorfolk.org for more information
How can you talk about YMCA Norfolk in your school?
We’d love schools across Norfolk to share more about the work YMCA does in the local community. By sharing these resources with your pupils, it opens up conversations about the cost of living crisis, mental health, and housing.
Teaching children and young people about YMCA Norfolk not only increases awareness of issues facing their local community, but can also support them in their learning and development.
We’ve put together a range of resources below to help you do this effectively. Our Schools Pack includes:
- Information about YMCA Norfolk & YMCA’s History
- Practical ways schools can get involved with YMCA Norfolk
- Assembly Plan to talk about Homelessness & the work of YMCA Norfolk
- Lesson Plans for Early Years, KS1 & KS2
- Worksheets & Colouring Sheets for Students
Resources for schools
Breaking the stigma surrounding homelessness
What are some of the stereotypes we have about homelessness and how people may become homeless? Are these stereotypes accurate representations of what life is really like for those seeking support?
Understanding what it means to feel safe
YMCA provides a safe environment for people to discover who they are and what they can become. Talk to your class about what makes them feel safe, who they have around them, and what they need in their lives.
YMCA’s work during World War 1 and World War 2
YMCA played a key role in WW1 and WW2 by providing support to soldiers across the UK through food canteens, accommodation, and advice services. Explore what it was like for those during the war to get support from YMCA.
The history of YMCA
YMCA was founded in 1844, and has been in Norfolk since 1856. Discover the heritage and history of the organisation and how it has chaged over the years.
Quizzes and Activities
Have fun learning about YMCA by doing these quick activities with your classes.
Fundraising
If you’re hosting a fundraising event, here are some things to get you started!