As we know currently in Wiltshire the youth service is undergoing major changes and reductions.

The opportunity for communities and groups to engage and lead the way youth work is done locally in our towns and villages is crucial.

Wiltshire Youth for Christ have already connected with Wiltshire Council and other groups in Devizes as they take a new approach but we believe other areas can be involved.

Youth for Christ was first established in the UK in 1946 with the clear aim to take Good News to every young person in the country.

This is done by running youth clubs, detached youth work, sports projects, supporting secondary and primary schools, and free training and support for community and social action.

We are passionate that children and young people are encouraged and supported and believe everyone can possibly help in some way.

You are invited to join us at the Wiltshire YFC launch event today (Thursday). The event starts at 7.30pm and will take place at Holy Trinity Church in Trowbridge.

It will be a night to celebrate what currently takes place across parts of the county, the launch of Wiltshire YFC and will include involvement of local young people, a presentation of Wiltshire YFC workers and Youth for Christ national director, Gavin Calver will be speaking.

Please visit www.wiltshireyfc. org.uk and complete the quick response form if you would like to join us and hear more.

Steve Dewar, Senior youth worker.