LGBTQ+ Wellbeing Group

Want to learn how to look after your wellbeing in a safe and supportive space?

Are you 11-19 years old and need help with your mental health? Our wellbeing practitioners are here to help. This is a small group workshop, flexible and adaptable, responsive to the wellbeing needs of young people attending.

We'll be talking about the language of mental health and illness, bust myths and address stigma, and getting to know each other within a safe and fun environment. These workshops will be focused around peer support, so that we can work together to support one another

You'll learn techniques on how to look after your wellbeing and mental health in a positive and safe space.

Details:

These FREE workshops are for young people aged 11-19 years olds.

When?

One Friday/month, 4:15-5:15pm

The new dates for 2024 are:

19^th Jan

23^rd Feb

15^th March

19^th April

17^th May

21^st June

19^th July

16^th August

20^th September

18^th October

15^thNovember

20^th December

Where?

Hanham Youth Centre
High St, Hanham, Bristol
BS15 3EJ

If you have any questions, please get in touch with Laura : [email protected] / 07435551406

or Jacob: [email protected]

In partnership with the Diversity Trust and volunteers from The Alphabets LGBTQ+ Youth Cafe in Yate.

Generously supported by Bristol Pride

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