Hot off the Press
Sunderland Youth Offending Service is committed to keeping the public informed about what we are doing to prevent offending and reduce re-offending. To find out more about how our work has been featured in the local media click on the link below.
Restoring justice across the city, Sunderland Echo, November 1st 2010>>

Coming soon -
The 2011/2012 Youth Justice Plan is to be published soon and will be available through this website.

SUN FM Business Awards 2011 - Sunderland Youth Offending Service has been short-listed in the SUN FM Business Awards. The annual Sun FM Local Business Awards are hosted to honour the cream of Wearside businesses. Sunderland Youth Offending Service is one of just three local organisations short-listed in the category of "Contribution to Children's Services. The criteria for this category states that "the winner of this category should show that they deliver a first class service that helps families and children across Wearside, whether that be through learning, nurturing or play". The winner will be announced on Friday 18th March 2011.

Local Government Chronicle Awards 2011 - Sunderland Youth Offending Service has also been short-listed in the Local Government Chronicle Awards 2011 in the category of Management Team of the Year. The results of the awards will be announced on 23rd March 2011.

Celebrating 10 Years of Success
In 2010-2011 Sunderland YOS is celebrating 10 years of success. Sunderland YOS started life in Sunderland over 10 years ago as a small pilot for the reforms of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 which came into effect in April 2000. Since then Sunderland YOS has gone on to be a top performing, award winning service. This has been achieved through committed and motivated staff, willing and enthusiastic volunteers and the support of the local community. As part of our 10 year celebrations we are keen to enable the people of Sunderland to get involved in ensuring justice is done. If you would like to get involved in Sunderland Youth Offending Service as a volunteer please visit our volunteers page for more information. If you are involved in a community project that could support young people who have offended to give something back then please visit our Restorative Justice page for more information on community payback.

Sunderland Families Information Service
The Families Information Service (FIS) is a new and improved service for parents and carers that provides information about all aspects of family life. The service can offer help, advice or signposting to other organisations. It’s for all families; whether you are expecting your first child or a parent of a teenager. See more about the Sunderland Families Information Service >>