Whether you're looking for volunteer teacher training, or an event to take your youth group to, this is the place to look.
Throughout the year we'll update these pages to let you know what events are planned.
If you are holding an event in your area let us know, and we'll add the info here!
22 - 25 August 2008: Greenbelt
Cheltenham racecourse
Join thousands of people over the August bank holiday weekend who are passionate about the arts, contemporary culture and the pursuit of peace and justice around the world.
Christian Aid is a main partner of the festival and will be hosting events and workshops at their venues for young people called ‘The mix’ and ‘Humanic’. One for the ladies is Saturday’s ‘Girls night out’, hosted by Rachel Gardener from the Romance Academy and in partnership with the Church of England’s Caris magazine. Don’t forget to visit G-source to pick up youth leader materials.
Check out the Greenbelt website to buy tickets and for more information.
Various dates in September / October: Transformation!
Are you wondering how to get young people excited and passionate to change the world? We're hosting nine one-day events this autumn to give you ideas and inspiration to do just that.
There will be lots of advice, practical tips, prayer and worship - and activities for children and young people. You will be able to try out our latest simulation games and take a look at the resources we can offer to help you make change happen.
So if you want to help transform the world - let us borrow one day of your time and we'll show you how!
Take a look at our main website for more information and to book online.
5 - 8 September: Church of Scotland National Youth Assembly - End of Part One
Apex Hotel, Dundee
This year the Assembly theme will consider endings and beginnings for the planet. Mark Yanconelli will be the guest speaker and Christian Aid will be contributing to the debates and workshops.
The Assembly will be an inspirational weekend for young people aged 16 - 25 who want to make a difference in their church and the world.
To reserve a place email Jane McCarthy or give her a call on 0131 225 5722.
5 - 9 September 2008: SPEAK's Vocal Training
Oswestry, Shropshire
Join SPEAK for their annual training event... It'll be three days crammed full of opportunities to get trained, equipped, inspired and encouraged; so you'll be ready to go out and train, equip, inspire and encourage others. There will also be some thinking space to gain perspective and re-engage with justice issues and prayerful campaigning.
SPEAK's practical workshops and resources will give you the seeds to sow the justice and shalom of God into your SPEAK group, youth group, church, cell group, university or community.
For more information and to book check out the SPEAK website.
13 September: Here our prayer
Sydenham, London
'Hear our prayer,' say young Christian's in South London. In response to growing concerns about knife crime, teenages in Sydenham and Forest Hill are holding an interdenominational church prayer day on 13 September.
Christian Aid will share stories about child soldiers and peacemakers in Angola. And through dance and art workshops and enjoying barbecues and debate, young people will be given a space to talk about the effects of violence at home and abroad.
For more information email Emma Grant or call her on 0207 5232378.
26 - 31 October: Rock the boat
Bridgewater and Leeds-Liverpool canals
I am sailing. I am changing the world in six days.
Calling young people aged 14 - 18: you are invited to join Christian Aid for workshops about injustice as you have an autumnal mini-break sailing along the Bridgewater and Leeds-Liverpool canals.
Perfect for the October half-term hols, this trip is a bargain at just £50 squid. But there are only 28 places, so book now. Call Becky Hurst on 01925 582 829.
14 - 16 November 2008: Perpetual Motion
Wirksworth, Derbyshire
Christian Aid's East Midlands' team is holding an action-packed, inspiring youth weekend aimed at 12 - 18-year olds. With only 20 places going, it will be a great opportunity to gain an insight into global issues from our knowledgable and passionate team.
If you know young people who have a passion for justice and want to make a difference in the world, talk to Lucy in the East Midlands office. You can email Lucy or give her a call on 01530 412 522.
15 - 15 November: Rise and shine!
Glasgow
Recharge the inner youth leader in you this November.
The national Church of Scotland is running a 24-hour event on 15 - 16 November. Youth leaders can attend a range of workshops, enjoy worship and chill out with others.
Christian Aid's youth team will be offering training on how to use our latest mpower resource, Eyes on the storm, including how to weave hip-hop music into the Burma crisis.
The cost of this event will be £65 per person and will include meals and accommodation. To reserve a place contact Jane McCarthy on 0131 225 5722 or email her.
