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A confidential helpline, email and webchat service for domestic abuse perpetrators and those supporting them. They support men and women who are using abuse in same-sex or heterosexual relationships.
Kev Stoodly, Founder & CEO and Doug Laidlaw, Project Manager are from the award winning North East Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL) charity that works with marginalised and disadvantaged young dads and expectant fathers (aged 25 and under) in the North East region of England.
YMCA Newcastle is a community hub for young people. They run a range of activities throughout the week. Their youth workers are trained to offer confidential support and advice to young people. They can support you with any issues you may have and refer you to other services if needed. You can phone or visit their office in Walker for help with:
We run drop in and closed groups for children and young people. Some of these are focused around a particular activity (such as Sporty Legs, where we play sports and explore faith together) and others are focused around a particular location (like the Byker and Walker bubbles that currently meet once a week). We even run a bible study using board games to explore faith! All these spaces are shaped by the young people that attend, and include space to have fun, learn new skills, and grow together. We also run toddler groups for families with younger children.
Tyneside Outdoors (TO) provides out-of-doors fun activities in and around Tyneside for young people aged 11 - 16 years old. We meet each week in local parks, playing a range of games and activities and also take part in regular trips and activities at other local places, such as the beach or other countryside spaces. We also provide bike activities such as BMX, Mountain Biking and bike repair activities.
Please check out the website for further details.
Stepney Bank Stables - Young people building confidence and connection through horses
Stepney Bank Stables is a charity providing opportunities for young people aged 8 to 18 to learn all about how to communicate with and care for horses. Through that they develop key skills including teamwork, perseverance, confidence and responsibility.
Youth work sessions for young people aged 11-19 across several areas. Please look at the website for details.
Making a positive difference to the lives of young people.
NE Youth | Supporting Young People for Over 85 Years
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
- We offer small group work and activities
- Parents/carers are welcome to have a pre-visit and to discuss individual needs prior to the activities
We work with children and young people age 8-25 offering group activity sessions based on their age, one to one support, detached work and offsite activities.
The Millin Charity provide a range of services to help women in Newcastle & Gateshead to set up their own businesses, gain employability skills, access training and be part of a supportive community of women working towards financial independence.
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We can help 11-19 year olds with all kinds of things like...
- anxiety
- self-harm
- relationships
- low mood
- bullying
- exam stress
Send a message and chat with a school nurse. Find @newcastleschoolnurses at chathealth.nhs.uk
Specialist session for young people diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or in the process of referral.
First Thursday of every month
6pm – 7pm
Ages 11-18
All children aged 8+ and parents are welcome
No need to book, just turn up!
Every Wednesday 5pm – 6pm
For more information, please contact James Morgan.
Our service is available for anyone aged 11 to 18 living in the UK that is worried about their own, or someone else’s gambling or money spent in gaming.
Weekly workshops on Tuesdays 5.30 to 7.30pm at Dance City, Newcastle.
A new group for LGBTQIA+ musicians and aspiring producers Aged 12 - 18 years.
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Our regular Family friendly session take place every Friday from 3-4pm. At this event you can take part in free creative tasks and activities designed for all ages in a welcoming, quiet and safe space.
At Andy’s Man Club, we want to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and create a judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives.
Rainbow Home is a charity providing support for LGBTQ+ asylum seekers and refugees in the Northeast of England. Working with people who have fled their countries because of persecution based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Meets 3rd Friday of the month.
A running group for everyone, meeting in the Northeast.
Meet every Wednesday evening at 7pm at Gosforth
Swimming Pool, Regent Farm Road, Newcastle. NE3 3HD.
Check the website for full details.
A confidential service providing one to one and peer support to men, women and children affected by HIV in the North East
This group meets bi-weekly, to share experiences, make friends and have fun. There are two groups: one for 13-18 s and a group for 19-25s.
'All Under One Roof' has been running consistently for 20 years in south east Northumberland. We promise a warm welcome, a safe space to be your best queer self and great support (if you want it.)
Groups meet at the Oval, Roslin Park, Bedlington Station or online.
Trinity Youth also run further LGBT+ services, see website for details.
Northern Pride was formed in August 2007 after a brief gap in Pride activities following the closure of Pride on the Tyne. A research project was commissioned and carried out by MET Ltd to establish what the North East LGBTQ+ community would like from a Pride event. These results were fed back to the community in May 2007 and from this feedback, a group of volunteers came forward and formed the first Northern Pride Committee.
Support group set up by Washington Mind for young people aged 13-25. Tuesday evenings 5-7pm at Washington Mind
An LGBTQ+ arts group for 14-21 year olds who are creative.
Opportunity to create music, visual art, writing and performances.
The Customs House, South Shields on Wednesdays 6-8pm.
Contact for more information
FROGS (Forming and Reaching Out of Gay Support) group meet at Barnados the BASE, Tuesdays 4-8pm for young people aged 13-18 years.
Safe space, peer support, food and refreshments. Space to get changed - be yourself, make friends and seek support.
The BASE is a service for ALL young people.
Funtime Fridays - Mixed Group for all young people aged 9-13 years of age, Fridays 4-8pm
Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!
Under 16s sessions and over 16s session.
Please ring 0191 273 3997 for dates and to book.