MYM Partnership Gathering: Building a More Connected Youth Sector

Join us for the first Middlesbrough Youth Mutual Partnership Gathering of 2026:

A focused session bringing together MYM partners and wider VCS youth providers to strengthen coordination, improve communication, and shape shared priorities for the year ahead.

Building on October’s event, we will explore how to work smarter across the sector, avoid duplication, and build organisational resilience. You’ll also hear updates from seed-funded organisations and learn about upcoming funding opportunities for 2026.

1. Strengthening Sector Connectivity

• Working smarter across the partnership
• Improving everyday communication
• Reducing duplication (e.g. business engagement, placements, referrals)

2. Understanding Sector Resilience

2.1 Mapping Strengths & Vulnerabilities

• Identifying sector-wide pressures and capacity gaps

2.2 MYM “Cliff Edge” Questionnaire

• Tool to understand sustainability risks (proposed by DMC)

2.3 Succession Planning Tips

• Practical guidance to support leadership continuity

3. Seed-Funded Organisation Updates (TBC)

5-minute updates covering:

• Progress
• Early learning
• Impact
• Challenges/opportunities

4. Funding Opportunities for 2026

• Overview of 2–3 upcoming funding pots
• Criteria and priorities
• Support for collaborative/joint bids
• Invitation for Expressions of Interest (EOIs)
• MYM Core Group support to strengthen applications

5. Detached Youth Work Pilot

A short update from Beth Major (The Junction) on delivery, learning and next steps.

Refreshments

Tea, coffee and water will be available throughout the session.
Please note: Lunch is not provided.