Elemental Ideas has been providing support for the Youth Offending Teams across Yorkshire and Humber since 2001. During this time we have developed a unique portfolio of services including:

NEW - YOT Good Practice Guides Working in conjunction with Bradford YOT and Cordis Bright we have produced a 'Good Practice for YOT Staff' desk-top booklet. It is printed in neutral colours, with a finished size of 148mm x 120mm, and is ideal for any member of staff to assist them in preparation for inspection, or as a reminder about good practice to help deliver consistency. The 12-section, flip-over, desk-top design is perfect as an aide memoire and an easily accessible reference tool, and covers: Asset - how is it judged? Asset - what is ‘sufficient quality’? Asset - vulnerability Diversity Learning Styles Intervention Plan Asset Review ROSH RMP VMP Scaled Approach You can order any quantity (no minimum) for £1.95 each plus postage.  They are ready for immediate delivery. To place an order, please contact me as soon as possible. Andrew Milne 01274 826661

> Newsletters
The production of a regular series of newsletters for Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees, both in print and as PDFs, highlighting local initiatives, successes and work with partner agencies.

> Exhibition and Display Stands/Panels
The production of a full range of colour, fixed and portable display materials for Leeds, Bradford, Kirklees and Calderdale YOTs. This involves original design, photography and printing.

> Information Leaflets
The design and printing of a full range of information leaflets used by YOTs including Sheffield, Leeds, Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford YOTs. 

> Plans and Reports
The design, editing and printing of annual plans for Leeds, Kirklees, Calderdale and Bradford YOTs, special reports and other publications, many with original design, photography and graphics.

> Web Sites
The design and management of the website for Bradford YOT, Kirklees YOT and Calderdale YOT and set up a new website for North Yorkshire Youth Justice Service.

> Photography
Working with YOTs and partner agencies to build a library of appropriate images which can help to present a positive image of the work of the West Yorkshire YOTs.

> Event Support
Pre- and post-event support for conferences and exhibitions including venue liaison, planning, advertising, photography and newsletters etc.

> PowerPoint
The design and production of a series of presentations for Bradford and the other West Yorkshire YOTs. This also includes several training days on presentation skills using PowerPoint.

> Bid Preparation
The successful writing and preparation of bids for Bradford YOT, and joint submissions on behalf of the West Yorkshire YOTs and Connexions, which have brought in over one million pounds of funding. These have been to the LSC, YJB and The Football Foundation.

If you'd like to know more about the services offered please call Andrew Milne on 01274 82661.  I'd be happy to discuss how we can provide the most positive image of your YOT's activities and achievements. 

Click here to see a one-page PDF providing more information and examples.  Below is a montage of recent work completed for the West Yorkshire YOTs.