YOUNG PEOPLE MATTER - is an award winning registered charity, located in the heart of South London. Business Mind, Social Heart, Youth Led, Community Focus. YPM have been providing the Children and Young People of South London with over 6 years of rewarding services committed to supporting the Every Child Matters objectives which are: - Being Healthy - Staying Safe - Enjoying & Achieving - Making a Positive Contribution - Achieving Economic Well Being. YPM support the community and enable children and young people to belong, contribute and excel. We believe that every young person should be able to reach their full potential, irrespective of their background or circumstances. AWARDS - 2012 Race for Opportunity Awards – Youth Partnership Award in-partnership with The Hyde Group (Highly Commended) - 2010 SLP Our Heroes Awards – Community Campaigner (Runner-Up) - 2009 SLP Our Heroes Awards – Community Project Award (Winner) MISSION STATEMENT - YPM is based on the vision which embraces the need, desires and aspirations of children and young people. Children, young people and the community are at the core of all the work that we do. - We aim to create learning opportunities and experiences that are available to all and ensure that these are local, current and relevant to young people’s needs. - Our commitment includes the development of close working relationships with a wide range of organisations that work with young people and children. As a result we believe that we will be able to offer an effective service.