Solve: The Centre for Youth Violence and Conflict

Our CEO Craig Pinkney and colleagues were honoured to attend the pivotal ‘Protecting Young Black Lives, Celebrating Black Professionals’ event last October, part of a significant two-year collaboration with Power The Fight and Durham University’s Contextual Safeguarding Programme. The resulting report, launched just now, is a milestone in acknowledging the intersection of racism and safeguarding. It’s a call to action, underscoring the vital role of Black professionals in shaping safe futures for young Black people. Craig notes, “I’ve known Ben Lindsay OBE for over 13 years and I’m so proud of him! His work with Power The Fight resonates deeply with our mission at SOLVE. To support and be part of this narrative shift alongside Professor Carlene Firmin expertise is invaluable. It’s all about unity, action, and continuous support.” As the conversation from last October takes shape into actionable insights, we’re reminded that our collective efforts are crucial for progress. Let’s keep pushing forward. FULL REPORT on our website 🖤 The SOLVE way 🌍

At SOLVE, we’re privileged to have leading experts like Dr. Lizzie Fitzmaurice sharing their knowledge. If you’re not familiar with her work, you’re missing out! Check our latest video on YouTube channel of Dr. Lizzie delivering our ‘Therapeutic Approaches to Working with Children and Young People’ session. The SOLVE way 🌎 https://lnkd.in/eq5FY9MH

The SOLVE team were at Woodfield Primary School in Coventry for an amazing day. Craig Pinkney our CEO, connected with over 35 incredible young minds, delivering a session that wove kindness and mindset into physical challenges, like press-up contests. Woodfield Primary aims to lead the nation as an SEMH school, and our engagement is part of our commitment to work with a wide spectrum of educational settings. Special appreciation to our long-standing ally, Sarah Mills and the Woodfield family for this opportunity. The SOLVE way 🌍

Today, the SOLVE team were at Oscott Academy delivering our transformative 'Alternative Routes' session. Facilitated by peer mentor Kareem W and our CEO Craig Pinkney the session was a profound journey of reflection and growth for the young attendees. Kareem shared his personal story of overcoming challenges and transitioning into a youth work practitioner, covering essential topics such as mindset, mental health, wellbeing, conflict resolution, and peer pressure. The session was emotive and impactful, with excellent feedback from participants. A massive shoutout to Mr Dance and the Oscott staff team for their warm welcome each year. The SOLVE way 🌎✨

Today we were in Baltimore, Maryland on a visit to see Roca, Inc. and learn about the amazing work they are doing with young people in the city. It’s crazy because, as I always say, no matter where we are around the globe, we are united in our issues fighting against gun violence, oppressive systems, fixed mindsets, and stressing the importance of community healing. Their mission is a testament to the change we seek: “To be a relentless force in disrupting incarceration, poverty, and racism by engaging the young adults, police, and systems at the center of urban violence in relationships to address trauma, find hope, and drive change.” Much love to James(JT) Timpson and all the amazing workers we met today, and special thanks to Ernest Coverson from Amnesty International UK for making the link. SOLVE x ROCA x AmnestyUSA 🫱🏾🫲🏿

We've wrapped up an impactful first service day with Croydon! Dr. Lizzie Fitzmaurice and our CEO, Craig Pinkney guided a reflective session that's a hallmark of SOLVE's ethos. They engaged professionals from various services within Croydon in discussions on burnout, the importance of self-care, professional growth, and trauma-informed care for young people. It was a day that sparked deep reflection, setting the stage for an upcoming comprehensive feedback session with service heads. A heartfelt thanks to Leana and her team for the trust placed in SOLVE CYVC to provide support over the next 12 months.

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Limited spaces available! Join me and Dr. Lizzie Fitzmaurice this March for our comprehensive 2-Day Training Programme. It's an opportunity not to be missed for those dedicated to making a difference. Book your spot or secure seats for your team: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e39qhdvH Solve: The Centre for Youth Violence and Conflict

It's always an honour to work alongside Power The Fight supporting the incredible work they've been doing for years. Today, the SOLVE team partnered with them at Young Ealing Foundation hosting a workshop for frontline workers in the borough. Our CEO Craig Pinkney led the 'Exiting Young People from Gangs' session, offering insights into the UK's historical context of deviant groups, the influence of national policy on addressing serious youth violence, and the critical need for an evidence-based approach. Big love to Jason Shields and the Power The Fight team, and thanks to Hollie Hartley for the warm welcome! We'll be back for more.

It's always an honour to work alongside Power The Fight supporting the incredible work they've been doing for years. Today, the SOLVE team partnered with them at Young Ealing Foundation hosting a workshop for frontline workers in the borough. Our CEO Craig Pinkney led the 'Exiting Young People from Gangs' session, offering insights into the UK's historical context of deviant groups, the influence of national policy on addressing serious youth violence, and the critical need for an evidence-based approach. Big love to Jason Shields and the Power The Fight team, and thanks to Hollie Hartley for the warm welcome! We'll be back for more.