Youth Club at Hope Café

Please note: referral required to attend this youth club.

In addition to our gang’s awareness and online safety workshops, we’re pleased to share that we’ve secured funding to run a weekly youth club at Hope Café in Romford. Sessions will take place every Thursday from 4:30–6:30pm, starting this Thursday, 8 January 2026.

These sessions are designed for young people who may need additional support. Each week includes a short workshop on topics such as hygiene, misogyny, grooming, online safety, and goal setting, followed by sports and games like boxing, table tennis, pool and board games — all integrated with mentoring. They will also get free food.

To keep the space focused and impactful, we kindly ask that referrals are limited to Children / Young people who would genuinely benefit from mentoring and early intervention.

Our programme is designed for young people who may be carrying hidden pressures, showing early signs of disengagement, or navigating challenges that could escalate without the right support. We take a trauma‑informed, relational approach that helps young people build confidence, emotional regulation and a stronger sense of safety and belonging.

To help us prioritise effectively, it would be helpful if you could identify students who meet any of the following:

• Those showing changes in behaviour, attendance or motivation
• Those experiencing social or emotional difficulties
• Those at risk of exclusion or becoming involved in unsafe peer groups
• Those who would benefit from a trusted adult relationship and consistent encouragement

To come along and book your space, please email Info@youthrive.org.uk