Reflections on a Tragic Event

Reflections on a Tragic Event

‘Reflections on a Tragic Event’, published recently by YPAC Manchester, documents the facilitated discussion of a team of community and youth workers who in September 2023 had to deal with the death of a young person.

The 15 year-old died from a knife wound inflicted by a boy a year younger. Both boys were part of a group that the workers had been working with for some time. Initially, the discussion aimed to do no more than create time and space for the workers to process their feelings and experiences. Later, the team realised that the publication of their thoughts might benefit others working in the context of young people and violence, especially detached youth workers.

You are invited to hear about the process used to support these reflections, the outcomes of the discussions that took place, and the learning that it is hoped will inform good practice in this context.

Food and refreshments will be served at 1630, followed by a series of short presentations from the team and an opportunity for dialogue.

There is no cost for attending. Participants will receive of a copy of the document.

Supported by the Federation for Detached Youth Work

Host or Publisher East Manchester Youth and Play Partnership