Gordon Woolsey

Delighted to have set up this organisation 13 years ago, privileged to be Chairperson of Scotch Street Youth & Community Centre. This organisation was set up as a Cross Community/Cross Cultural organisation and our motto is "One Big Family"! Scotch Street Youth & Community Centre (SSYCC) was formed in 2008 to serve the emerging needs of children and young people from the Scotch Street area and beyond. SSYCC was set up and continues to be, an inclusive club, welcoming all children, young people and community members, regardless of background, into our centre. Our club will continue to deliver services to all in our community and beyond. Our club very much lives up to its motto, "One Big Family", you will feel welcomed, accepted and encouraged, when you enter our centre. We enjoy working with all ages within our club, from babies right up to pensioners. It is an unincorporated voluntary organisation that is registered with the Charity Commission NI and with the Education Authority. SSYCC is run by a voluntary Management Committee and employs 8 staff members and has a wonderful team of volunteers. SSYCC is located in the village of Scotch Street, 3 miles NW of Portadown in County Armagh. The Centre currently operates from a purpose designed mobile building centrally located behind the main retail outlet/petrol station in the village. SSYCC offers a varied programme of social, educational and recreational activities within a safe and secure environment for young people from Scotch Street and the surrounding area. The Centre's facilities are also available to hire for family and community events which also provides a small source of income for the Centre.