What We Do
Active Link exists to show young people that through self-belief, empowered by co-creation and guidance they can achieve great things in life.
We want young people to be told “yes you can’’ to help set them on a path to reach their fullest potential
Co-creation
We use co-creation throughout all our projects to help us better understand the barriers and motivators to increase participation and gain greater outcomes for all.
Mentoring
Our local mentors provide one-to-one solution focused trauma informed coaching sessions to explore goals, aspirations, behaviours and attitudes.
Research proves that high-quality mentoring can be a valuable asset to young people and will result in positive effects in a variety of personal, academic and long-term situations.
Young people with a mentor are
Less likely than their peers to skip a day of school;
More likely to volunteer regularly
Interested in becoming a mentor
More likely to hold leadership positions
Physical Activity & Wellbeing
We offer a wide range of co-created physical activity interventions that aim to improve academic performance, build confidence and overall health.
At Active Link we believe that engagement in physical activity can positively impact on:
Mental wellbeing
Individual development
Social and community development
The Need
In many cases, when faced with complex issues and adversity, there will be a domino effect on the rest of a young person’s life, in particular their education, home life and community activity.
Every child, regardless of their background and current situation, deserves a high-quality education that allows them to thrive and paves the way to a successful future.
Evidence suggests that there are fundamental links between poverty, mental health, being in care and having low attainment in school and becoming a NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training). There are further correlations between being a NEET and displaying anti-social behaviours and/or becoming involved in crime.
Active Link recognises the need to change the approach in supporting our young people and schools in order to prevent failure.
We have worked with young people over the past few years facing a variety of challenges, from mental health, low self esteem, body confidence, bereavement and gender identity.
Our work spans across all areas supported by our programmes and trusted and caring mentors identify the ‘active link’ collaborating with other specialist, charities and organisations.
With the impact of Covid and the cost of living crisis our work to support young people and their families is needed now more than ever.