

Welcome to the Heritage Youth Partnership Newsletter
Scroll down to get to know our Youth Voice Ambassadors, explore resources for Remembrance Day and Takeover Day, and learn about the inspiring work of the Bristol Girls’ Brigade project.
INTRODUCING NEW YOUTH VOICE AMBASSADORS
Meet our YVAs - a passionate group of young people from across uniformed youth organisations, including Scouts, Girlguiding, St John Ambulance, the Sea Cadets, and the Fire Cadets. From championing youth voice and accessibility to leading first aid, archaeology, heritage, and Top Awards projects, they bring a wealth of experience, skills, and perspectives. Together, they are committed to making youth organisations more inclusive, celebrating heritage, and ensuring young people have the opportunity to shape the future at local and national levels.

REMEMBRANCE CHALLENGE 2025
This Autumn, youth groups can explore local memorials, uncover hidden stories, and share discoveries in creative ways - from photos to social action projects. Plus, apply for a microgrant to take your project further!
Remembrance Challenge Resources

TAKEOVER DAY
This November, young people can step into the shoes of museum and heritage staff - taking on real roles, exploring collections, and sharing their findings with the community. Plus, apply for a microgrant to support your project and make an even bigger impact!
Local Partnership Opportunity
Holocaust Centre North in Huddersfield is excited to offer Takeover Days for local uniformed youth groups. During these events, participants can explore the museum's collections and learn about the important history preserved there. You will have the chance to choose topics of interest for further discovery and present your findings in your own unique way. Additionally, you will be able to showcase your heritage projects at the Holocaust Memorial Day event on January 27.

Celebrating Women’s Histories: A Summer Project with Girls’ Brigade
The 37th Girls’ Brigade Bristol n:counta section explored their local heritage at Arnos Vale Cemetery, uncovering the lives of notable women remembered there. Working in groups, they researched figures such as May Allen and Katherine Beavan, presented their findings, and reflected on themes of resilience, women's rights and hidden LGBTQ+ histories. A heritage trail visit gave them the chance to connect with the site, its stories, and the natural surroundings.
The girls shared how the project helped them feel “included in society” and more "connected" to women of the past, whose voices and struggles still resonate today. They valued discovering powerful local stories and discussed ways to protect and care for special heritage spaces. Many said the project made history more engaging and enjoyable, inspiring them to recommend similar projects to others.