The Mandem, Lets Talk programme is tailored to help young boys express themselves through poetry, gain a better understanding of mental health and to boost their self-esteem to help them feel comfortable in themselves.
PROGRAMMES
Poetry In Motion is tailored to make exercise fun and engaging. This programme encourages young people to say poetic affirmations while they workout, to get the best results physically and mentally. Our team help young people enjoy exercise while building their confidence and self-esteem.
The Mental Health Matters programme educates young people on what mental health is, creates a safe environment to open a discussion on the topic and provides young people with the skills to express themselves through writing.
In general we have found that young people equate poetry to William Shakespeare which can alienate some, as he uses language that many can't relate to. The More Than Shakespeare programme highlights modern day poetry and its relationship to RAP music, shows that poetry can be relatable to any generation and helps young improve their literacy skills.
The Get Started In Spoken Word programme in collaboration with The Prince’s Trust helps young people start their journey in poetry, provides performance training and helps young people use poetry as an outlet for their mental health.
This workshop is designed to explore Black British History that is not taught in mainstream education and to improve the communities understanding of the impact Black people have made in the Britain.
The CU provides a safe space for open discussion centred around mental health and helps to build community cohesion and long last connections.
Mindful Ventures Programme is a comprehensive 6-week program designed to empower young people in pursuing entrepreneurship while prioritising their mental health and well-being in partnership w/ Save the Children.
Galdem, Lets Talk programme creates a safe space for women and girls to explore mental health through the medium of poetry, discuss situations specific to the female experience and to build long-lasting connections.
Spoken Word Theatre is a year long programme which provides weekly workshops teaching young people performance skills, writing skills and helps the group develop a play to be performed at Theatre Peckham.
Poetic Unity's Youth Club ran every week on a Lewisham estate from 2022-2024 providing a safe space for young people to write, play games and sports.
The Cultural Leaders Youth Employment Scheme has provided jobs for 36 young people aged 18-30 across the last 3 years with 72% of Cultural Leaders going on to full-time work or further education.
