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@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme is looking for #volunteers who can commit two to three hours a week to support a young person to explore new activities & interests.

To be a positive change, email youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #Space
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August 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
#YouthBefriending volunteers & participants pottering around at @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social.

Find out more about making a difference with Youth Befriending and hiring a room in The Hub via the link in our bio.

#Befriending #volunteer #pottery #PotteryPainting #Space #BroomhouseHub
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April 13, 2025 at 7:01 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning Youth Befriending referrals are OPEN to children & young people aged 5-16 affected by parental use of drugs and/or alcohol.

For more information, contact youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#YouthBefriending #befriending #YoungPeople #Space #BroomhouseHub
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February 12, 2026 at 9:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme is looking for #volunteers.

Befriending can make a real difference, helping young people access new opportunities.

To be a positive change, email youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

spacescot.org/youth-befrie...
Cream background with purple border. Text at top reads 'Volunteers Needed: Youth Befriending'. A line graphic featuring two hands in a heart shape in the centre. Text at bottom reads: 'The help we need: • 2-3 hours per week • Support and encourage young person (aged 5-16) • Explore activities, find new interests and hobbies Join us and be part of the change youthbefriending@spacescot.org'
February 26, 2025 at 12:56 PM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
We're still on the hunt for a Youth Befriending Project Manager!

If you're up for the challenge, please get in touch: buff.ly/rkyrLkA

Closing date extended to Monday, 27 Oct.

#job #career #YouthBefriending #manager #Space #BroomhouseHub
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social Space @ The Broomhouse Hub @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social · Oct 8
@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social is recruiting a Youth Befriending Project Manager.

⏳ Part-time (21 hours/week); flexible working over 3/4 days; occasional evening/weekend working
💷 £32,422 pro-rata (actual starting salary: £18,913)
📅 Monday, 20 Oct. 2025

Learn more and apply online: buff.ly/rkyrLkA
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October 22, 2025 at 9:12 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
At an exclusive event, @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's #YouthBefriending staff & volunteers received the #KAVS crystal & certificate from Robert Aldridge, Rt. Hon. Lord Provost & Lord Lieutenant of the City of Edinburgh.

#KAVS #award #KingsAward #volunteering #volunteer #Space #BroomhouseHub
May 3, 2025 at 7:01 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Do you want to make a positive difference in a young person's life?

#YouthBefriending volunteers help their young befriendee build confidence & self-esteem, improve social skills, & make new friends.

For more info, email youthbefriending@spacescot.org to register.

#volunteer #Space #BroomhouseHub
Purple background with white text at top reading: 'Volunteer With Us! Youth Befriending' On right: White text reading: 'Help a young person build confidence and self-esteem, improve social skills, and make friends outwith their peer group. Contact Nicola Campbell youthbefriending@spacescot.org' On left: Four photos: 1. Adult and child in a canoe 2. Young person eating pasta with two chopsticks as adult dressed for Halloween as black cat looks on 3. Adult and child pose for a photo 4. Group photo of Youth Befriending adults and children in a restaurant
January 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
We're incredibly proud to continue @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's tradition of Quality in Befriending.

Thanks to @befriending.co.uk for recognising our team (👇) & the amazing work they do with & for our community.

shorturl.at/nml2R

#YouthBefriending #BefriendingNetworks #Space #BroomhouseHub
Photo of Youth Befriending team (L to R): Dee (long dark hair, dark blue long-sleeve shirt, jeans), Jane (dark red fringe, colourful scarf, red dress, jeans), Nicola (short blonde hair, light pink long-sleeve shirt, beige trousers) holding the 'Quality in Befriending Excellence' logo, Tanya (long brown hair, grey long-sleeve shirt, jeans)
March 13, 2025 at 10:06 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Congrats to @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's #YouthBefriending volunteers, who completed their endings training.

The award-winning service provides 1:1 support for children & young people to learn new skills & have fun.

Learn more about #volunteering online (link in bio).

#Space #BroomhouseHub
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March 18, 2025 at 1:22 PM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Space's #YouthBefriending team invites budding volunteers to join us for coffee, cake, & a blether.

Come along to @SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social on Wednesday, 22 Oct. to meet other helpers & learn how you can make a difference through befriending—over a hot drink & tasty treat.

Please RSVP!
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October 15, 2025 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's #YouthBefriending team treated their amazing #volunteers to a meal at Jolly Italian Restaurant.

'We wanted to say a huge thank you for their dedication & commitment to making a difference in changing a young person's life,' Project Manager Nicola Campbell said.
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July 7, 2025 at 9:02 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Seven pairs of #YouthBefriending participants recently visited #TheChocolatarium.

Befriending can make a real difference to a young person’s life, helping them access opportunities they may not otherwise have had.

#befriending #chocolate #Space #BroomhouseHub

📷: Youth Befriending team
Twelve Space Youth Befriending participants sit and stand around a room decorated to look like a forest. Young befriendee, wearing a black-and-orange top, leans on a silver table with two rows of chocolate toppings. Adult befriender stands behind, smiling and giving a thumbs up. Young befriendee helps Chocolatarium staff member make a chocolate drink in a silver jug. Adult befriender pours liquid chocolate into young befriendee's mouth.
October 3, 2025 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's #YouthBefriending group last month travelled over the rainbow to see Reconnect Theatres' 'The Wizard of Oz' pantomime at @HowdenPark. (Oh, yes they did!)

Interested in learning more about how to give back while continuing professional development? Visit link in bio.
Photo of large group of adults and young people smiling and holding gift bags. They're standing in front of a large lit-up Christmas tree and windows with strings of lights. Photo of various Youth Befriending participants—young and adult members—sitting in the red theatre seats and smiling for the camera. Photo of pantomime players on stage. Glinda, Tin Man, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Wicked Witch of the West stand in a line in front of background performers. Youth Befriending participant poses for a photo with the Tin Man.
January 10, 2026 at 9:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Get to know Space's Youth Befriending #volunteers:

Lawrie, outdoorsy cat lover & 2026 @volunteeredinburgh.org.uk
'Inspiring Volunteer' award winner.

@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme pairs young people with an adult based on shared interests.

#VolunteersWeek
White background with teal-outlined photo of Lawrie in lower left corner. Lawrie is bald and smiling whilst wearing a white T-shirt under a long-sleeve quarter-zip blue jumper. He holds up a white mug with teal text reading 'World's best befriender'. Yellow text at top reads 'Get to know our Youth Befriending volunteers'. Black bext below reads: 'Hi, I'm Lawrie! I enjoy being outdoors Cycling and fixing bikes makes me smile I have a strong Scottish identity I like to make people smile I don't like busy places I enjoy holidays with family or friends' Pink Space logo in upper left corner. Lawrie, a bald white man smiling and holding an award certificate, stands in front of a brown wood table with white and green flowers on top. He's wearing a blue polo shirt and blue trousers.
June 4, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending referrals are OPEN to children & young people aged five to 16 who are affected by isolation or have had challenges at home for many reasons.

For more information, contact youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #BroomhouseHub
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September 4, 2026 at 3:11 PM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending referrals are OPEN to children & young people aged 5-16 who are affected by isolation or have had challenges at home for many reasons.

For more information, contact youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #Space
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June 15, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Get to know Space's #YouthBefriending #volunteers:

Stephen, keen to visit Egypt's Great Pyramids & meet Lionel Messi.

@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme pairs young people with an adult based on shared interests.

#VolunteersWeek #Space #BroomhouseHub
Get to know Space's Youth Befriending #volunteers: Stephen, keen to visit Egypt's Great Pyramids and meet Lionel Messi. Space's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme pairs young people with an adult based on shared interests. #VolunteersWeek #volunteering #Space #BroomhouseHub
June 7, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Get to know Space's Youth Befriending #volunteers:

Beatrice, a dog lover who likes staying active and meeting new people.

@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme pairs young people with an adult based on shared interests.

#VolunteersWeek #Space #BroomhouseHub
Light yellow background with pink-outlined photo of Beatrice in lower right corner. Beatrice has brown hair pulled back, and is smiling and wearing a dark blue T-shirt and blue backpack, with her left arm reaching out of the image. Black text at top reads 'Get to know our Youth Befriending volunteers'. Black bext below reads: 'Hi, I'm Beatrice! I love sunshine I'm not a fan of heights Perfect days out: Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Cramond Beach, Dalkeith Country Park Playing board games make me smile I love trying new things Dog lover' Pink Space logo in upper right corner.
June 5, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Welcome @spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's recent crop of #YouthBefriending #volunteers, keen to match w/ young people from our community.

Got 3-4 hours/week to offer a young person? Want to do something meaningful & rewarding?

Email youthbefriending@spacescot.org. We look forward to hearing from you.
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June 3, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
Get to know Space's Youth Befriending #volunteers:

Wendy, grandmother of two who enjoys sunny days & cooking.

@spacebroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme pairs young people with an adult based on shared interests.

#VolunteersWeek #volunteering #Space #BroomhouseHub
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June 2, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
#YouthBefriending can make a real difference, helping young people access new opportunities & adults build knowledge & skills.

To learn about volunteering & be a positive change, email youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #volunteer #Space #BroomhouseHub
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May 27, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending referrals are OPEN to children & young people aged 5-16 who are affected by isolation or have had challenges at home for many reasons.

For more information, contact youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #Space
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May 8, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
🦁💚 A fantastic group trip to @edinburghzoo.bsky.social for our #YouthBefriending team—full of learning, laughter, & connection.

👉 Interested in volunteering about 4 hours per week? Get in touch to become a youth befriender & make a difference.

#volunteering #community #Edinburgh #YouthWork
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April 28, 2026 at 3:11 PM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's award-winning #YouthBefriending programme is looking for #volunteers who can commit 2-3 hours/week to support a young person to explore new activities & interests.

To be a positive change, email youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #Space #Broomhouse
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April 23, 2026 at 8:54 AM
spacebroomhouse.bsky.social
@SpaceBroomhouse.bsky.social's #YouthBefriending referrals are OPEN to children & young people aged five to 16 who are affected by parental use of drugs and/or alcohol.

For more information, contact youthbefriending@spacescot.org.

#befriending #YoungPeople #Space #BroomhouseHub
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April 9, 2026 at 8:54 AM