Taking steps to be your authentic self is intimidating, having a youth worker there to support them regardless of their situation, can be beneficial to a young person’s future and help them reach their potential. Read more
Luca became socially isolated due to Covid-19 lockdowns, he lacked confidence and self-belief. He was struggling with a chaotic home life, mental health and the stresses of being NEET, (not in employment, education or training). Read more
Creative Youth Network supported Lexi through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to combat the symptoms of depression and low self-worth she had been experiencing, helping Lexi to develop healthier habits and a positive self-image. Read more
My youth worker has helped me to think about my future and visiting Aston Martin was a real highlight. I have taken part in a number of Creative Youth Network trips and my attendance and sense of worth at school has increased meaning I feel more hopeful for my future. Read more
A year ago, when I first met Brady, he had struggled with education as a result of his difficulty focusing and with social interactions, associated with his Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He aspired to go to university, but attempt to apply through UCAS the year before were put on hold as they struggled to manage their impulsive behaviour. Read more
Leon was referred to Janet, our Targeted Youth Worker because the school had concerns around Leon’s cannabis use and his mum has had a history of addiction to prescription pain killers. Read more
"Hetty helped me realise what I wanted to do in life. She listened to my interests, and we talked through how I could go about getting a qualification in security." Read more
I’ve learnt about how to channel my frustration which is caused by my anxiety. For the first time I can see light at the end of the tunnel and the future doesn’t terrify me like it did before I started speaking to Rebecca. Read more
Asden arranged with hospital education for me to have a full curriculum while I was in there and spoke to my school about me going back. I finally accepted well-being and mental health support, I'm still nervous about opening up to people but I've seen how it can help me with Asden. Read more
The sessions I have been going to with Creative Youth Network have changed my life. I can finally be open about my sexuality, and I’ve found a space where I can be entirely ME. Read more