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They explore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 how a strong sense of community can change the trajectory of a young person\u2019s life, providing a space where they feel safe and able to be themselves;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 how youth work principles complement and enrich the school experience, providing support beyond academic achievement;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 what it really takes to prepare young people for the world beyond the classroom;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 and the lasting impact a great teacher can have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This episode shines a light on the environments, relationships and experiences that help young people unlock their potential both in school and far beyond it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk\/podcast\/episode-4-youth-work-beyond-the-classroom\/\">here<\/a>&nbsp;to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-720x405.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.blenheimschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/BTG-Alex-Thumbnail-16x9-V1-2.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Andrew Hammond is joined by Alex Fairweather, CEO of Greater Manchester Youth Network (GMYN) \u2013 a charity dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for young people to grow in confidence, build connections and thrive. 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