Growing2gether

Growing2gether is a Scottish  charity that supports young people struggling with mental health, poverty, and challenging childhood experiences. We believe in giving all young people the chance to realise their unique potential. By using positive psychology we help show young people who they are and who they can become. Our innovative early intervention and youth-led programmes are proven by robust evaluation to increase mental health, educational attainment and life skills. By discovering their potential, young people can contribute to stronger communities and create a better future for all.

Our Innovative Programmes

Growing2gether Nursery Mentoring programme the only programme in Scotland to pair young people in High School as mentors to children in Nursery or Primary School. By the end of the  16 week programme, both parties have grown together in confidence, mental wellbeing and life skills.

I finally feel I am ok as a person. I always thought everyone else was better than me. This group helped me try different things.

Our Growing2gether Community programme builds on from our Mentoring programme to create  a Youth Social Action Group, where young people consult with their local community to design youth-led community projects, partnering with local mentors. Young people can also: join the Youth Leadership Board; undertake Young Leader training to co- deliver our projects.

OUR IMPACT

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Initial studies show that 92% of participants have reached a `positive destination’ including work, training or further study.

OUR FUNDERS

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Funded by UK Gov_Scotland