Youth work during Covid lockdowns

Alison Ní Charraighe*, Kelly Coates, Shannon Devine, Elisha Sanchez

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

In this chapter, we reflect collectively on the role of Youth Work during the COVID-19 lockdowns in England. Our contribution, presented as a conversation about practice during this time, reflects on the status of Youth Work and argues for its critical role in providing care for young people.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationCare and Coronavirus
Subtitle of host publicationPerspectives on Childhood, Youth and Family
EditorsTom Disney, Lucy Grimshaw
Place of PublicationLeeds
PublisherEmerald
Chapter17
Pages225-230
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781837973101
ISBN (Print)9781837973118, 9781837973125
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2 Dec 2024

Publication series

NameEmerald Studies in Child Centred Practice
PublisherEmerald

Keywords

  • Austerity
  • Care
  • Covid
  • Key workers
  • Young people
  • Youth work

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