In care or a care leaver? Become is the national charity for children in care and young care leavers. We offer a range of opportunities to help support you. having your say with decision makers getting advice on your rights and entitlements monthly drop ins to meet and socialise with other y...
We are a charity providing health and wellbeing services, helping people unleash their unique potential and live healthier, safer and more fulfilling lives. Please visit our website for more information on each of our services and guidance on how to contact us. Enfield (SORT IT!) A free, confidenti...
The Care Leaver Covenant provides opportunities to help care leavers live happy and successful independent lives. Whether you are looking for work, educational opportunities or other forms of support the Care Leaver Covenant is a great place to start. We currently have opportunities in London with ...
The Next Gen Leadership Academy is an exciting 12-week programme for Young People Where you will gain qualifications and skills to lead in your Sport, Class and Community! A session will take place every Friday from 4.30pm – 7.30pm for training and learning. Within this time each participant will ga...
We Provide Support For those affected by knife crime We understand what it’s like to feel devastated, frightened, stigmatised and even ostracized. As the friends and family of a victim of knife crime ourselves, we understand and relate to the challenges you are facing. For future generations We a...
St Christopher’s is a charity creating brighter futures for children and young people in care. As a leading provider of children's services, we always seek to develop our practice and find new ways of supporting young people.
St Christopher’s works with children and young people in care and on the e...
Working together with young people and families in their homes and communities to create and sustain positive changes, using high quality outcome-based psychological therapeutic based interventions.
Rangers is for all girls aged 14-18 Rangers wear a brand new uniform, meet up regularly, have fun doing activities together and be recognised for their achievements with badges and awards. Whatever you want to do, Rangers offers a range of unique opportunities. In Rangers you'll follow our programm...
Tileyard Impact is the work experience programme from the Tileyard studios, taking young people from local estates, schools and colleges and introducing them to real work creative industry projects. This increases their experience and networks while introducing them to the creative environment. For...
Platform is an amazing space. It’s a welcoming and dynamic creative arts hub for young people aged 13-21 years (up to 25 years with SEND), who live or study in Islington, to come and take part in a wide range of creative and performing arts activities. Our facilities include an 85-seater theatre, pe...
Want to stop smoking? When: Wednesdays 2.00pm – 3.30pm Location: Walter Sickert Community Centre, Canonbury Crescent, London N1 2FB Get in touch to book your appointment! Supported by the Good Neighbours Health & Well Being Project
Point Blank teaches the creative process of making music at the highest level, with expert instructors and state-of-the-art facilities. Many graduates have enjoyed successful careers in music including Claude VonStroke Goldie Nicole Moudaber Leona Lewis Patrick Topping Monki Felix Jaehn. ...
Saracens Sport Foundation aim to encourage more young people and adults of all abilities and ages to participate in sport and physical activity through high quality programmes and provide sustainable pathways for all. From rugby to dance to athletics and even Nordic Walking, we have a programme for ...
The Home-Start network of charities provide a unique service in each of the boroughs they operate in. Our trained volunteers – usually parents themselves – visit families in their homes and provide informal, friendly and confidential support. Get Support: We work with you to build on your strength ...
Islington Council's healthy living hub has a 30-station gym equipped with the latest specialist kit, a media suite, kitchen and a dance studio. We have lots of activities including: gym dance art music production cookery coding archery games table tennis fitness classes You can also c...
Want to create positive change in your community? We can give you the funds and support to make your idea a reality. The Social Switch Project, with the support of Google.org, has opened a pool of funds to support London-based initiatives that positively impact young people. The grants are designe...
The skills needed to succeed in real life and work are often different from those taught in exams and classrooms. While traditional schooling and exams are the most common way to begin your career, they are not the only route. We believe that your future can be made outside the classroom. We helpe...
Traineeships with top level companies. Come and learn with us and get a guaranteed interview and work experience. We are a friendly and supportive team and we want you to succeed. Our entry requirements are that you are 19 and above, on benefits and you don't have a qualification above a level 2. ...
The Social Switch Project with the support of Google.org, and delivered by Creative Media Network, are training creative and motivated young people to be social media managers and develop sustainable digital careers. This three-week programme includes mentoring and a unique two week placement for ea...
Young Actors Theatre Islington has three elements; a community theatre, a drama school and a professional agency. We offer drama “for dramas’ sake” for 4-24 year olds with 800+ members. We represent over 200 young actors who work professionally. YATI offers over 54 hours each week of high-quality ...
Youth Groups Gendered Intelligence runs a range of youth groups in London, Leeds and Bristol for young trans people, non-binary and questioning young people aged under 21. We also run a peer-led support group in London for those aged 18-30. Young trans people aged 8 or over are welcome to attend ou...
Well Happy is a free health app which aims to help young people in London age 12-25 to find local support services in and around London including mental health, sexual health, drugs, alcohol and stop smoking services. Well Happy empowers young people to take control of their health and includes a nu...
We are a women’s charity working in a number of ways to help women through the law. Our vital services aim to provide women with the legal advice and information they need to understand and use the law and their legal rights. We also work to improve the law for women and increase women’s access to ...
We help people who have nowhere to go and no-one to turn to. Some are homeless, others are struggling to cope with the pressures in their lives and need our support to keep on track. Working across Kent and the south east, we help vulnerable and isolated people get support with their mental health,...
AccessUK provides a comprehensive and bespoke careers services for marginalised and disadvantaged service users particularly those from the Black and Minority Ethnic community(BAME). AccessUK also offers solutions for gang members and youth offenders. We have embedded innovative interventions in ou...
We believe when you change your thinking, you can change your world. “Grit sets out to show young people they are worth something; that in one way or another they are capable of achievement that deserves and earns the respect of others. Grit is an inspiration to them and has been an inspiration to m...
Young Urban Arts Foundation workshops and programmes empower young people to express themselves and develop their talents in an exciting range of arts. We offer e.g: singing rapping songwriting graphic design cinematography radio presenting creative workshops school holiday tours a range ...
Young Women's Trust supports young women aged 18-30 in England and Wales, especially those struggling to live on low or no pay, to get into work that is right for them. We work in three ways: Give you a voice – through PARTICIPATION and ADVOCACY we ensure that you can create change. Campaign for...
Giving women purpose and hope Working Chance helps women with criminal convictions - most of whom have been in prison - to develop their employability and self-belief and find a job they can thrive in. We work with employers of all sizes across all sectors, finding jobs with real career prospects fo...
We’re an independent charity that gives you the power to speak up to stop crime, 100% anonymously. Whoever you are, wherever you live, from communities to companies. By phone and online, 24/7, 365 days a year. We also share advice on how to protect the people you care about from crime, so everyone...
Report a Safeguarding Concern
To report a safeguarding concern, please contact LVN Designated Safeguarding Lead Rachael Box (rachael.box@lvn.org.uk ) and LVN Designated Safeguarding Deputy Lucy Edwards (lucy.edwards@lvn.org.uk ).
Please use the subject line "Reporting Safeguarding Concern" and provide as much factual information as you can on the incident or concern, providing exact quotes where possible.