HAVERING AMPLIFY

Youth Voice. Wellbeing. Action

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Young people engaged

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Podcasts produced

What is Amplify?

Havering AMPLIFY, inspired by #BeWell is a school-based mental health and wellbeing programme delivered by Youth Unity in partnership with schools across Havering. The programme provides early, trauma-informed support for children and young people who may be experiencing emotional difficulties but do not yet meet the threshold for specialist services. Through trusted relationships, tailored group interventions, youth voice, and strong safeguarding practice, Havering AMPLIFY helps young people build emotional awareness, confidence, resilience, and positive coping strategies before challenges escalate. Inspired by insights from the Havering #BeWell Youth Engagement Project, the programme creates safe spaces for young people to explore wellbeing, relationships, identity, and belonging while strengthening emotional resilience and connection within their school community.

Podcasting

Impact Dashboard

Tracking engagement, wellbeing outcomes and growth across schools and youth programmes.

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Young People Engaged

15

Schools & Partners

91%

Positive Wellbeing Impact

2 Years

Programme Growth

Engagement by School

School A

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School C

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Wellbeing Themes

Confidence
Mental Wellbeing
Communication
Belonging

Programme Growth Over Time

Youth Voices

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Before joining the programme, I never felt confident speaking in front of others. Now I feel like my voice actually matters. I’ve learned how to express myself, build confidence and support my wellbeing in a positive way.

— Sarah, Year 10 Student

Testimonial 2

This programme helped me feel heard for the first time. I used to struggle with anxiety and keeping things to myself, but the sessions gave me a safe space to open up and connect with other young people.

— Jayden, College Student

Testimonial 1

I’ve become more confident, more motivated and more comfortable being myself. The activities and discussions really helped me understand my emotions and improve my mental wellbeing.

— Mia, Secondary School Student

How the Programme Works

A structured wellbeing journey designed to help young people build confidence, connection and emotional resilience week by week.

WEEK 1 — Building Trust & Connection

Creating a Safe Space

Young people begin by getting to know each other through group activities, conversations and team-building exercises. This week focuses on creating trust, confidence and a sense of belonging.

Focus Areas

Icebreakers
Group trust activities
Communication skills
Building confidence

Outcome
Participants feel more comfortable, included and confident sharing their thoughts.

WEEK 2 — Wellbeing & Emotional Awareness

Understanding Thoughts and Feelings

This week encourages open conversations around mental health, emotions and wellbeing. Young people explore healthy coping strategies and emotional self-awareness.

Focus Areas

Emotional wellbeing
Managing stress
Self-expression
Positive coping tools

Outcome
Participants develop greater emotional awareness and feel supported in expressing themselves.

WEEK 3 — Podcasting & Creative Voice

Sharing Stories That Matter

Young people learn creative communication skills through podcasting, storytelling and media activities. They explore how to use their voice to inspire others and share experiences.

Focus Areas

Podcast recording
Interview skills
Storytelling
Team collaboration

Outcome
Participants build confidence speaking, presenting and expressing ideas creatively.

WEEK 4 — Reflection & Evaluation

Celebrating Growth and Impact

The final week focuses on reflection, feedback and celebrating progress. Young people evaluate their journey and identify the skills and confidence they’ve gained.

Focus Areas

Reflection activities
Group discussions
Goal setting
Programme feedback

Outcome
Participants leave feeling empowered, heard and more confident in themselves.

Schools & Partners

Supporting Schools Through Safe, Trauma-Informed Wellbeing Programmes

We work alongside schools, colleges and partner organisations to deliver engaging youth wellbeing programmes that support confidence, emotional resilience and positive self-expression. Our approach is fully safeguarding-led and trauma-informed, creating safe and inclusive spaces where young people feel respected, supported and heard.

Programmes are designed to encourage open conversations around wellbeing while helping participants build communication skills, confidence and stronger peer connections. Through creative activities, group discussions and youth voice projects, young people are empowered to explore their experiences in a supportive environment.

We also provide structured evaluation and impact reporting, including engagement data, wellbeing outcomes and participant feedback. This helps schools and commissioners measure programme effectiveness and gain valuable insights into student wellbeing themes and emotional needs.

By combining safe delivery, evidence-based practice and meaningful evaluation, we help schools create positive and lasting wellbeing impact across their communities.