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Introducing Our New Safe Haven: A Hub of Opportunity and Growth!

by Essex CountyLondon Borough of HaveringNew ProjectsOutreach

The Youth Unity Team are thrilled to announce the launch of our static intervention service, a true ‘Safe Haven’ for young people! In partnership with the Community Safety Team at Havering Council.

This vibrant space is dedicated to providing a secure and welcoming environment where young individuals can come together to share their concerns, join support groups, and participate in a variety of engaging activities.

A Welcoming Space for Families

Our hub isn’t just for young people; it’s a community cornerstone where parents can visit to discuss their concerns and receive the support they need. We believe in fostering open communication and understanding to build trust with families and create a nurturing environment for everyone.

Building a Strong Community Network

Youth Unity is on a mission to establish a powerful network of partners across the borough. This collaborative effort will allow us to effectively guide families to a wide array of services, ensuring they have access to all the resources and assistance they need. Together, through community engagement and cooperation, we aim to create a robust support system that benefits both young people and their families.

Empowering Young People with Opportunities

We’re also excited to announce our plans to partner with local businesses to enhance and develop the hub. These partnerships will open doors to job placements and career development opportunities for the young people we support. Our ultimate goal is to provide clear pathways to employment, helping them gain invaluable skills and experience for a brighter, more promising future.

Stay tuned for more updates and stories from our Safe Haven, where growth and opportunity come to life!

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Safer Spaces – Greenwich

by London Borough of Royal GreenwichNew ProjectsOutreach

Our Media VAN “Unity HUB” is set to visit the Titmus Avneue area of Greenwich through the school holidays for six weeks. This initiative, funded by the Safer Team at the Royal Borough of Greenwich Council, aims to help reduce anti-social behaviour and keep young people safe during the school holidays, which can sometimes be a worrying time for parents and carers.

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  • Table Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Badminton
  • Music
  • Street Chess

These activities have already received positive feedback from local partners and councillors. They are proving popular, keeping young people engaged, reducing anti-social behaviour, and supporting those at risk of exploitation. Our approach is effective and impactful.

Our mobile service not only provides these exciting activities but also creates a safe, inclusive space where young people can develop social skills, teamwork, and overall well-being. It’s a place where they can feel valued and supported by trusted role models, explore their interests, and grow as individuals. We are not only working with young people but also engaging the wider community to help forge relationships between generations. Similar projects have shown significant improvements in confidence, self-esteem, and ambitions among participants.

With the support of our funding, we can ensure proper supervision and provide the guidance and support young people need to reach their full potential.

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National Lottery Awarded: Detached Youth Work in Romford Town

by London Borough of HaveringNew ProjectsOutreach

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded National Lottery funding to continue our amazing project in Romford until the end of 2024!

Partnering closely with the Havering Council’s Community Safety Team, we’re ready to make a huge impact.

Over the past year, being part of the community has allowed us to build trusted relationships with young people and residents who join us week after week. Whether it’s playing a game of chess or shooting some hoops in basketball, our UNITY HUB has become a beloved fixture in their lives.

🌟 We are conveniently located on South Street, Romford, and we are here rain or shine! Our secure haven is dedicated to young people, but our mission extends beyond that. We aim to foster stronger understanding and build better relationships with the elders in our community as well.

We’re open every Wednesday from 3pm, offering a vibrant space for gaming, music, chess, dominoes, basketball all working to building a strong sense of community.

Our mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where the community can come together and better understand the needs and aspirations of our youth.

We know that young people often lack guidance and places to go. That’s why UNITY HUB is here to offer exciting opportunities and direct them to various engaging activities around the area. Plus, we provide valuable advice and support on important topics for both young individuals and parents.

Come and be part of this incredible journey with us! Let’s unite, explore, and grow together. 🚀

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Safer Neighbourhood Havering

by LONDON BOROUGH HAVERINGLondon Borough of HaveringMetropolitan PoliceOutreach

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Mobile Intervention Outreach Service, operating across multiple areas in the borough. Commissioned by the London Borough of Havering, this initiative aims to deliver engaging activities and vital support directly to the young people in our community.

Mobile Intervention Service

Our mobile service is set to visit various areas identified through the community safety team within Havering Council. This initiative focuses on Intelligent Led Youth Work (ILYW) and offers a variety of fun and engaging activities, including:

  • Table Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Badminton
  • Podcasting
  • Music
  • Street Chess

These activities have already received positive feedback from local partners and councillors. They are proving popular, keeping young people engaged, reducing anti-social behaviour, and supporting those at risk of exploitation. Our approach is effective and impactful.

Our mobile service not only provides these exciting activities but also creates a safe, inclusive space where young people can develop social skills, teamwork, and overall well-being. It’s a place where they can feel valued and supported by trusted role models, explore their interests, and grow as individuals. We are not only working with young people but also engaging the wider community to help forge relationships between generations. Similar projects have shown significant improvements in confidence, self-esteem, and ambitions among participants.

With the support of our funding, we can ensure proper supervision and provide the guidance and support young people need to reach their full potential.

Giving Young People a Voice – Soundmap

Our second activity focuses on capturing the voices and experiences of young people in our community. Through street interviews and podcasts, we aim to understand their perspectives on community safety and other important themes.

We will use various multimedia approaches, including surveys, and podcasts, to explore how young people view their homes, neighbourhoods, and public authorities. This initiative will help us understand the socio-spatial implications in our youth community, followed by audio-visual interviews and recordings.

We are thrilled to embark on this journey with our community and look forward to the positive changes and growth it will bring. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and the amazing stories from our young participants

THURSDAY SESSIONS

13th June to 4th July – Hilldene Shopping Area

1st Aug 22nd Aug – Orchard Village, Rainham

29th Sept to 19th Sept – Cherry Tree, Rainham

MONDAY SESSIONS

(School Summer Break)

6th Aug to 27th Aug – Upminster Park

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Erith Unity – Art Project

by Bexley Community Safety PartnershipLondon Borough of Bexley
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Bexley Community Safety Partnership (BCSP) worked closely with Youth Unity CIC, as part of an ongoing approach to reducing violence in the local area, through this funding Youth Unity worked to install an amazing piece of artwork into the community of Erith.

Youth Unity worked with a local artist and youth worker, Cizeone to create this amazing mural in Erith, which is located on the underpass beneath the bridge at Bronze Age Way, next to Bexley College. 

Youth Unity also engaged the local community payback team to assist us in preparing the area ready for the artist to commence the piece. This contribution was instrumental in giving the team a sense of pride in their local area and was quoted to say “how great it was to be part of something and have the local community come and talk to them instead of walking past”. 

The message is a very positive one and has already received great feedback from the local community.  During the creation of the artwork we successfully engaged with many people from the community that stopped to find out more about the artwork. 

Special thanks to the community payback team and all their help!

To follow the BCSP please go to:

Facebook – Bexley Community Safety Partnership 

Twitter – @BexleyCSP

Special thanks to the Community PayBack team for assisting us with the preparation of the wall.  The team where happy to be part of something that is part of the community.