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Hailsham Youth Service, which this year celebrates 25 years of operation in Hailsham and Hellingly, has had an impact on the lives of thousands of young people and grown from one operational base at 1 Market Square into an expanded service which operates throughout the local community. |
The Service, which is funded and managed by the Town Council, provides activities, support services and opportunities for young people in the local area and operates the Hellingly Youth Hub and Monday Youth Hub sessions on weekdays, in addition to organising free and low-cost activities at various locations as part of the 'Friday Night Project'. |
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"The Station Youth Centre provides a safe place to motivate, inspire and empower young people in a constructive way, building community spirit and well-being, " said Youth Service Manager Andy Joyes. "The new centre has become a great addition to the Service's provision, and it continues to provide a safe space for many young people. Additionally, the facility gives them a range of great opportunities, just like the young people who attend the Hellingly Youth Hub, Monday Youth Hub and Friday Night Project receive." |
"Within growing communities, provision also needs to be made for young adults, and by running our new Network @ The Underground sessions on alternate Fridays, our hope is to encourage 18-21s to carry on taking part in the wide range of activities organised by Hailsham Youth Service for a few more years - and benefit from our support services too if needed." |
Town Mayor Cllr Paul Holbrook commented: "By setting up additional sessions for 18-21s, we're optimistic that we can now go even further in terms of meeting the needs of young people through facilitated activities and support. In short, the Network @ The Underground sessions will be a great addition to Hailsham Youth Service's offering." |
"Managing the greater demand from young people to have safe places to go and something to do out of school or college time is important. The Station Youth Centre's aim is to provide a space where young people can chill out and make new friends and, like our other venues, will ensure a safe and welcoming environment for them regardless of background, gender or culture." |
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