Activities and support for young people
Ongoing events and activities for young people in Yorkshire and Humber
South Yorkshire
Happy group
Description Offers young people the chance to meet other young people, benefit from 1-1 youth worker support, take part in activities, and have fun. We provide refreshments and any activities we take part in are fully funded by RUBIC, including travel costs.
For unaccompanied asylum seeking children and young people [up to the age of 25]
Where central Sheffield
When every Friday 5-7pm
How to join Young people or carers can get in touch themselves and referrals can also be taken from social workers, who can give us a call on 0114 234 8846.
West Yorkshire
Surviving to Thriving
Description Provides young refugees and asylum seekers with the life skills, advice, mental health support and leadership opportunities to rebuild their lives and thrive in the UK.
For young refugees and asylum seekers [age 11 to 25]
Where Birmingham, Leeds and the east of England
When ongoing
Organisation Surviving to Thriving - a partnership project with the British Red Cross, Refugee Council and UpRising
Other areas of interest
Connecting Opportunities
Description Connecting Opportunities is an integration and employment service for migrants [including UASC]. It helps to improve English, develop the skills needed to gain employment in the UK, feel part of the community and increase confidence and well-being. Travel and childcare costs are paid for.
For migrants age 15 and above who have leave to remain and permission to work but who are not in paid work
Where West Yorkshire and parts of North Yorkshire [Craven, Harrogate, Selby and York].
When ongoing
National Citizen Service [NCS]
Description National Citizen Service is a programme designed to provide young people with all sorts of new experiences - discover who you who you are and what you can do!
For Young people aged 15-17 who speak reasonably good English and are confident enough to spend some time away from home and with new people might find this a positive experience
Where national
When ongoing
Online support for young people
Description Kooth is a free confidential online mental health resource for young people.
For Young people aged 11- 17
Where online resource
When ongoing