Young people can be vulnerable to issues like drug dealing, gangs and sexual exploitation. To combat this we arrange sports and support services which are fun, engaging and educational.
Inner City Bristol, in particular the areas in which Bristol Horn Youth Concern, such as Ashley Ward, Easton, St Jude’s, St Pauls and Lawrence Hill, are areas of high levels of multiple indices of deprivation. Our community experiences poverty, hardship, anti-social behaviour and crime, in common with many parts of the UK that experience poorly maintained housing, overcrowding, digital exclusion, low levels of educational attainment, food and fuel poverty and few safe places for young people to socialise and develop new skills.
In 2012, Bristol Horn Youth Concern developed out of a desire by the community to challenge these experiences, and we now offer free-of-charge open access sports and crafts sessions to young people from the ages of 11 – 18, as well as outreach support to older young people aged 19 – 25.
We offer access to improved educational attainment, nourishing food, skills development, volunteering and employment opportunities to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender or economic status. We provide safe spaces where young and older people can come together to share experiences, become less isolated, have fun and feel welcomed.
Sports
Whether football, basketball, martial arts or swimming, we offer a sport for everyone. And don’t worry about being an expert – our sessions are open to all, regardless of experience.
Workshops
We offer training to help young people understand what’s going on around them and make better choices. Our past events have covered everything from gang grooming, relationships, leadership skills and how to apply for a job.
Community
We run community events and support services, responding to what’s going on our community. Our past events include delivering food and information leaflets during the Covid-19 pandemic, and family picnics during the school summer holidays.