From 5 kids to 50 in 6 weeks. Then came the call to CAMHS: 💬 “If he’s not in crisis, we can’t help.” Martin Bisp on how @EmpireFightingChance became more than just a boxing gym. 🎧 Full ep: youtu.be/iWh3IFwwGxo #YouthWork #MentalHealthCrisis #BoxingForChange

“I could’ve killed someone… and I wouldn’t be here talking to you today.” In this clip, John Nation reflects on a turning point, and how a moment of crisis became a moment of change. 🎧 Full ep → youtu.be/HMVMedXNM1Q NYA UK Youth Department for Culture, Media and Sport Dj Bunjy

In 1989, police launched the biggest anti-graffiti op in UK history: 💷 £1.5M spent 👀 1 year of surveillance 👤 12 young people targeted John Nation on Operation Anderson, and what that money could’ve done in youth clubs instead. 🎧 Full ep → youtu.be/HMVMedXNM1Q

💬 The first 2 weeks of our We Can Make pilot project in Rodfords Mead, Hengrove have been amazing! From chatting about favourite foods and sports, to discovering new games and meeting neighbours, each session has brought something new. 🙌 We’re back again this Wednesday, 5–7pm

⚽🏀 FREE Multi-Sport Youth Event! 🎶🌭 📅 Friday 29 Aug 📍 Hengrove Playing Field (near the park) 🕑 2–4pm 👥 Ages 8–16 Sports, hot dogs, music & fun — all FREE! Come get active & enjoy the summer with Grassroot Communities 🌱 #YouthEvent #SouthBristol

Over the summer, our Detached Youth Work team were out across South Bristol 🌳 Reaching young people where they are, in parks, streets & playgrounds: offering guidance, support & a trusted ear. Come rain or shine, every week, all year. 💬 #YouthWork #SouthBristol

Why do young people carry knives? 💬 “Because I’m scared someone else is carrying.” Prevention means changing culture, not just responding after the fact. Avon and Somerset Police  #KnifeCrimeAwareness #YouthSafety #WhatReallyMatters

Carrying a knife doesn’t protect you; it puts you in more danger. ⚠️ Research shows you’re 50% more likely to get hurt if you carry. Kris & Elli from Avon and Somerset Police explain why changing culture and starting early is key. 🎧 Full What Really Matters episode → youtu.be/7wIeu0iByqs

How do you keep communities safe? For Kris & Elli, it comes down to three essentials: ✅ Trust & transparency ✅ Engagement ✅ Support 🎧 Watch the full What Really Matters episode here → youtu.be/7wIeu0iByqs #CommunitySafety #WhatReallyMatters #YouthEngagement

Met Charlie on detached youth work the other week. we supported him years ago on a youth-led food bank project in South Bristol that was youth-led. Fast forward 5 years, and he’s just been accepted into the Bristol School of Acting 🎭 From grassroots to big dreams!

🌟 Huge success at our Multi-Sport Youth Event! 🌟 Lots of young people joined us at Hengrove Playing Field for football, games, music & food ⚽🏀🎶🌭 Amazing energy, new friendships & real community vibes 💛 #GrassrootCommunities #YouthLed #SouthBristol

Growth starts where comfort ends. 💭 Bodhi Aldridge on why the first step in conscious development is moving from victim of your life → author of your life. 🎧 Full ep → youtu.be/TaeTvBYTpyU #MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #WhatReallyMatters

Busy night for the GC Team in Filwood As nights draw in, more young people are joining us, looking forward to colourful autumn skies ahead 🍂✨ #YouthWork #Filwood

The 2 things young people want most: ❤️ Belonging ✨ Purpose Bodhi Aldridge explains why listening — not lecturing — is the key to helping them find both. 🎧 Full ep → youtu.be/TaeTvBYTpyU #YouthWork #Belonging #Purpose #WhatReallyMatters

Sport is more than a game 🌟 Our weekly multi-sport programme gave young people a safe space to grow confidence, build friendships & stay active. 💬 “It’s not like school – we get to have a say, and it’s actually fun.” – Participant, 13 #YouthWork #SportForChange

Our team were out on Filwood Broadway this week 🙌 Detached youth work = meeting young people where they are, building trust, listening & supporting. 🌟

🚀 Something new is coming… 🎨🎭🎬🎤 A space designed by young people, for young people. We’re bringing ideas to life, trying new things, and creating something fresh together. 👀 Keep your eyes out for Creative Club…

🚍 Confidence doesn’t just come from classrooms. This summer we helped young people in Bristol use the free bus scheme—building independence, skills & stronger connections along the way. 👉 Read the full story: grassrootcommunities.org/case-study/bui…

Detached youth work is all about relationships We’re building something special with some amazing young people — full of ideas, energy and creativity. Team GC are buzzing for what’s coming next! ⚡️

Reflection is a vital part of what we do, that’s why our team, Ben, Laura, Tanikka & Brandon, took time to look back on this summer’s work with WeCanMake. We looked at what went well, what could be improved, and how we can build on it together. Real growth in action 🙌