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CYG scoops the COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at the BRIGHT FM AWARDS CEREMONY!

We were so honoured to be crowned the worthy winners of the "Community Achievement Award" at the Bright Fm awards ceremony.

The CYG committee attended the prestigious awards held at the East Sussex National Golf resort. We were greeted with chilled champagne to toast the amazing award and were congratulated by many professionals thanking us for the role we play in providing the community with a "great youth group that is so highly spoken of" We danced the night away as we celebrated the achievement on behalf of all of our wonderful young people.

A huge thank you to all of the committee past and present who keep CYG open week after week!
And well done to the fabulous young people who make CYG what it is today!

WEL DONE ALL!!!



CYG would like to say a HUGE thank you!!!!

All of the members of CYG would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who assisted us with the very successful Family Fun night held in conjunction with the Haywards Heath Lions on July 29th. The evening saw many villagers turn out to support the local youth who were proud to showcase their youth group and all of the things they offer young people.

We raised a fabulous £537.36!

Well done everyone and Thank you very much for your continued and fab support.

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CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Chailey youth group have teamed up with the Haywards Heath Lions Club through the SCYP "Adopt a Youth Group" scheme.

Together they have planned a fun evening for everyone in surrounding villages to showcase what CYG offers and encourage families to see what fantastic opportunuties CYG offers young people.

The volunteers and young people of CYG have worked really hard to plan and organise a night for the whole
village on the 29th July from 6-9pm. The evening will be held at Chailey Village Hall, A275.

Come along to the family fun night and try some of the activities and other fun things such as a Climbing Wall, BMX and Skateboards with Ramps, Bouncy Castle, Dance Mats, Sumo Wrestling, Raffles and not forgetting the BBQ.

Also joining us will be volunteers from Haywards Heath Lions Club supporting us throughout the evening.

Feel Free to bring Friends and Family, The more the merrier!!!

We look forward to seeing you! :D

Please support your village, your local young people and help us make this night one to remember.

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CYG UNDER THREAT-

Recently there have been a few things raised that has left the future of CYG in the hands of the young people, the community and the immediate future.

It has been clear by numbers of young people attending this passed few months that CYG has not been a necessity for as many young people. We have had lesser and lesser young people attending which has made operating with a good atmosphere and purpose very difficult. CYG opened in march 2007 and has gone from strength to strength, wining local and national awards. It has helped to reduce petit/small crime in the village and given young people a voice, place and a purpose.
 
AS with every charity, group and sector there is a period of change where aspects change slightly as they move forward- we are open to this change and are willing to take necessary steps to move with this. We need to-
 
*build our committee to ensure we are meeting young people's needs
*build our membership back up to 30+ members
*target other areas within Chailey and surrounding areas to offer more young people the opportunity to come
*Encourage young people to bring their friends, new people and fresh faces to CYG
*develop and consistently run a youth panel that will drive CYG into the next decade
 
in order to do all of this we need support, commitment, fresh ideas and enthusiasm.
 
Do you have any ideas, fresh thoughts, young people to attend?
 
If you do please do get in contact.

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CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP WINS BEST FLOAT AT CHAILEY BONFIRE SATURDAY 6TH NOVEMBER 2010
 
CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP were the proud winners of the Langley shield last night at chailey bonfire. The evening was hosted by a wealth of wonderful and very creative floats including "RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE", "CHINESE WAR SHIP", "THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE", "NARNIA" and "A COFFEE SHOP".

CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP were chosen as the winners for having a creative and innovative idea that was clearly made by the young people themselves.
The extatic committee all commented saying "well what can we say apart from THANK YOU to each and everyone of you who helped us to take part in Chailey bonfire's procession". "Every little bit of help no matter how small or big really showed as the young people proudly paraded in front of hundreds of people to support our youth group and chailey bonfire society."
 
CBS really put on a fantastic show every year and with out all of their year long hard work last night would not be possible so thank you very very much to all of them....... FANTASTIC EVENT!
 
CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP would like to say a huge Thank you to- Cllr Peter Olbrich, Brian Bennett- Handy Man services, Adam Sandford, Mary Fitzsimons, Ken Furmedge, Abi Aykac, John Meredith, Pat, Emma Dobson, Tom Dobson, Sophie Palmer, Tracey Gunes, Angela Dobson, Diane Palmer, Martin Dobson, Jessica Skeel, Connor Allum, Louis Williams, Mary Freeman, Jamie-Leigh Landymore and Helen Lawless, James Meredith, Teagan Meredith, Finley and Rhys Watson! Emma Coomber for make up design And John Pierre for saving us with the generator at the last minute! Definitely a team effort! Wouldn't you say?

Three cheers for CYG- HIP HIP- HOORAY, HIP HIP HOORAY, HIP HIP HOORAY AND ONE FOR LUCK- HIP HIP HOORAY!

Chailey youth group is what you want to make it- and you all certainly made us proud last night.
 
Thank you to RHYS- our very Michael Jackson for the evening....

To those of you who did take part and helped massively i have one thing to say.......Be proud of yourselves and each other and your effort all paid off...... and i am very very proud of all of you!!!!!! VERY WELL DONE TO ALL OF YOU!xxx

TRIP TO THORPE PARK IN SEPTEMBER 2010

Some lucky Chailey Youth Group members were chosen to go to Thorpe Park, Surrey yesterday (14.8.10) to plan and risk assess a whole group trip planned for early September. The young people embraced the opportunity and were very keen to attempt every ride possible.

The day was a great team building opportunity, allowing them to see a snap shot of how much time and effort has to go into planning a youth group outing.

The young people are currently compiling all of their research to submit at our next young people's committee meeting planned for Sunday 22nd August, Mill brooks Park, South Chailey @ 6pm.
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CHAILEY YOUTH GROUP MEMBERS SAY A MASSIVE THANK YOU!

Members of CYG were presented with a cheque for £240 from the Thomas Thompsett Trust based in Chailey earlier this week. Members of the group arranged to all sign a thank you card to show their appreciation to the charity for their support.

The chairperson, Gemma Kybert, 27, Said "We are so unbelieveably grateful for the support. We simply could not run the group if we didnt recieve funding as this is our only source of income." The group plan to look at ways that they can be sustainable in the future as there have been so many cuts to the youth sector that funding is simply running out or not available.

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EAST SUSSEX YOUTH GROUP COMES SECOND IN CHILDREN’S STARS AWARD

Chailey Youth Group came second for the Make Space Youth Team of the Year Award in the Children’s Stars Awards 2009. The national awards scheme, run by children’s charity 4Children and supported by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) and the Children's Workforce Development Council (CWDC), takes place annually in honour of the unsung heroes who work day in, day out to improve the lives of children and young people. Inspirational children’s professionals received their awards at a glamorous gala dinner and award ceremony in central London on Thursday 25 June, hosted by TV and Radio star, Neil Fox and attended by a wealth of VIPs.

The dynamic Chailey Youth Group came second for the Make Space Youth Team of the Year Award for developing much needed youth services for young people in East Sussex. Answering the call to the long awaited youth provision in the area, the team established the Chailey Youth Group and developed key projects in partnership with the local council and volunteers. Run by full time volunteers the team now supports a membership of over thirty young people and provide critical youth support in the village.

Anne Longfield OBE, Chief Executive of 4Children, said: “No job is more important than caring for and inspiring our children and young people. The Chailey Youth Group team and the rest of the winners have achieved something truly remarkable and deserve to be recognised and celebrated.”

TV and Radio star, Neil Fox said: “The Children’s Stars Awards are a great opportunity to say a big thank you to all those who look after our children and bring fun inspiration into their lives. Well done to the Chailey Youth Group and all the winners whose passion and commitment has opened new opportunities and made a real difference to children’s lives.”

TV personality Anne Diamond said: “As a mother I know how important it is that children are trusted and cared for by exceptional people to help them reach their potential. The Children’s Stars Awards are a great opportunity to say a huge thank you to the inspirational winners and also the large number of dedicated people working in the sector who also deserve recognition for the vital work they do with children and families.”

Minister of State for Children, Young People and Families Rt Hon Dawn Primarolo MP said: “The DCSF is delighted to recognise and honour the vital services and work of the Chailey Youth Group with children and families. It is exceptional groups like the Chailey Youth Group who not only transforms the lives and futures of children and their families but inspire everyone to put children in their rightful place - at the heart of our communities. Congratulations to the Chailey Youth Group”

Jane Haywood, Children’s Workforce Development Council (CWDC), Chief Executive, said: “The Children’s Stars Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the inspirational people who go above and beyond their duties to help children reach their potential. The CWDC is delighted to support these awards and honour the achievements of the Chailey Youth Group and all the professionals who work tirelessly to improve the lives of children and families for us all.”

Gemma Kybert, Volunteer youth worker (CYG) said: "It really is an amazing experience to have nominated for such a prestigious award. At Chailey Youth Group we hope to deliver experiences that meet the young people’s needs and inspire them to have respect for themselves as well as for the community. Growing up in a rural village means we have less access to facilities but CYG tries to bridge that gap and plan opportunities that the young people would not normally have access to. We are very honoured to be here, on behalf of all of the young people of Chailey."

Ken Furmedge, Chairman (CYG) said: "There are many people to thank and who helped us get this award.

Gemma, without her drive and dedication there would never have been a CYG. The volunteers without who it could not run.

The people and organisations who have supported and encouraged us, too numerous to mention except for the person who entered us for this award Meg Stroude our County Councillor, Sharon Davey MP, Laura Williams from ESCVYS, Paul Alborough and Ruth Tahsin form Lewes District council.

And finally you, the members, without you there would not be CYG. It just shows what can be achieved when you are part of a team.
All you young people of CYG Be proud...Walk tall."

For photographs or information relating to this article please contact Gemma Kybert 07843410895 or gemmakybert@yahoo.co.uk

Or Ken Furmedge on 07740226570 or ken.furmedge@btinternet.com