History of youth work History of youth work The history of youth work goes back to the birth of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century, which was the first time that young men left their own homes and cottage industries to migrate to the big towns. The result of this migration was an emergent youth culture in urban areas, which was responded to by the efforts of local people. In 1844 the first organisation whose sole aim was to address the needs of young men was founded. The YMCA was set up by George Williams. Williams was from London and his goal was
Mark London Williams Mark London Williams Mark London Williams is an American author, playwright, journalist, and creator of the young adult time travel series Danger Boy. As a journalist, Williams has written for "Variety", "Los Angeles Times" online, "Los Angeles Business Journal", "Moving Pictures Magazine" and others. He was formerly an executive editor for "Digital Coast Reporter". Currently, Williams is a columnist for the Hollywood trade paper "Below the Line" covering film industry politics and entertainment. Williams has also written short fiction and comic books. He worked as a video game script doctor, and has had several plays produced in Los Angeles, San